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Hard work pays off with trio of Corncrakes calling across Rathlin Island
RSPB NI are thrilled to announce that three calling Corncrakes have returned to Rathlin Island for the breeding season this year. They...
Jun 27, 2024


The continued abuse of our rivers is unsustainable – Kells, Connor and Glenwherry Angling Club
Phil Mailey, Chariman of Kells, Connor and Glenwherry Angling Club. Local fishing clubs have expressed serious concerns at the amount of...
Jun 27, 2024


Queen’s report highlights emotional and personal impact of the Lough Neagh crisis
Queen’s today launched the first report focusing on the emotional and personal impact of the Lough Neagh blue-green algae ecological...
Jun 24, 2024


Randalstown is crowned Best Kept Town in Ireland 2024
Tidy Randalstown members are presented with Ireland’s Best Kept Town overall winner and Ireland’s Best Kept Small Town Awards at the...
Jun 20, 2024


Latest arrival: New baby Pudu for Belfast Zoo
Belfast Zoo is delighted to announce the birth of a new Southern Pudu! The gorgeous bundle of joy was born on the 26th of May to proud...
Jun 18, 2024


Free activities for kids this Summer at Dobbies’ Antrim and Lisburn stores
Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre, is unveiling an array of nature inspired activities at its Antrim and Lisburn stores to keep...
Jun 16, 2024


Belfast Zoo welcomes Buttercup - a new baby Blesbok
Belfast Zoo was overjoyed on the 23rd of May with the birth of a new baby Blesbok. Buttercup was born to proud parents, Prosper and...
Jun 14, 2024


Pollution incident kills hundreds of fish in Co Antrim
Fish kill on the Glenavy River, County Antrim A pollution incident that has killed hundreds of fish has been described as shocking by...
Jun 13, 2024


Belfast Zoo leads successful conservation effort for native red squirrels
In a significant conservation effort, Belfast Zoo has been actively involved in the breeding and release of native red squirrels, a...
Jun 13, 2024


Ballymena revealed as the second best place for stargazing in Northern Ireland
Ahead of the ‘Strawberry Moon’ on 22nd June, outdoor experts have revealed the best areas to stargaze in Northern Ireland. The study,...
Jun 3, 2024


All good thing’s come in 3’s – Belfast Zoo welcomes new additions!
In September 2023 Belfast Zoo welcomed three new additions to their Colobus monkey family. This adorable trio have been off show for the...
May 30, 2024


Ban proposed for onshore oil and gas exploration in Northern Ireland
NI Economy Minister Conor Murphy In the Assembly today Economy Minister Conor Murphy announced that he would bring forward a proposal to...
Apr 29, 2024


Get ready for a blooming marvellous time at the Portglenone Forest Bluebell Festival!
Get ready for a spectacular display of wildflowers as the annual Bluebell Festival returns to Portglenone Forest on Saturday, April 27th...
Apr 23, 2024


UK-wide ban on wet wipes containing plastic to be put into law
The UK Government will introduce new world-leading legislation to ban wet wipes containing plastic, the Environment Secretary has...
Apr 22, 2024


RSPB NI: Rathlin’s Return - The Calling Corncrake’s Seasonal Home
Corncrake, Crex crex. Photo Credit: Andy Hay RSPB NI is excited to announce that the distinctive call of the Corncrake has been heard...
Apr 17, 2024


Over a quarter of Hen Harriers lost from Northern Ireland skies
Hen Harrier (Image: Pete Morris) The enigmatic ‘sky-dancing’ Hen Harriers are a rare sight in most places throughout the UK, especially...
Apr 8, 2024


Executive committed to taking action to protect Lough Neagh
First Minister Michelle O’Neill, deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly and Minister of the department of Agriculture, Environment...
Mar 28, 2024


The Puffin Premiere: Rathlin's feathered friends are back!
RSPB NI is pleased to announce that the punctual Puffins have returned! As anticipation builds for spring, the first of these charismatic...
Mar 26, 2024


It’s an extra special Easter as Belfast Zoo turns 90!
Arrival of Daisy the elephant in 1930s Belfast Zoo turns 90 on 28th March 2024 and will be kicking off a year of celebrations for this...
Mar 26, 2024


Charities join together with the public to ban hunting with dogs
The League Against Cruel Sports and USPCA are calling on the public to support the campaign to ban hunting with dogs in Northern Ireland....
Mar 18, 2024
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