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Tabua (ceremonial sperm whale teeth) being returned to Fiji
Monday, 29 May 2017, 2:11 pm | Department of Conservation
More than a hundred polished sperm whale teeth, known as tabua, that came to New Zealand from Fiji have been returned to Fiji. More >>
Orca Stranding Eastern Bay of Plenty
Thursday, 25 May 2017, 10:58 am | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation was notified of an orca stranding at Whangaparaoa, Cape Runaway in the Eastern Bay of Plenty around 2pm yesterday and were told four of the six Orca were already dead. More >>
New programme launched to inspire conservation volunteers
Wednesday, 17 May 2017, 12:48 pm | Department of Conservation
Conservation Volunteers New Zealand is teaming up with the Department of Conservation to inspire more volunteers to get involved with practical on the ground work to help with the recovery of our threatened species. More >>
DOC refutes Oparara “developer” claims
Tuesday, 16 May 2017, 12:09 pm | Department of Conservation
Contrary to recent media reports, DOC has not committed to any “theme park” style development in the Oparara Basin, and commentary that suggests this in the media is inaccurate and misleading. More >>
Nelson City Council ups commitment to wilding conifer control
Monday, 15 May 2017, 11:58 am | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation (DOC) has welcomed Nelson City Council’s actions to reduce the spread of wilding conifers in the Dun Mountain area. More >>
Takahē Recovery Programme brings birds back from the brink
Thursday, 11 May 2017, 9:58 pm | Department of Conservation
Takahē Recovery Programme brings birds back from the brink The once presumed extinct takahē are on the road to recovery, moving down two places along the threat classification system from nationally critical to nationally vulnerable. Minister of Conservation ... More >>
Threatened Species Draft Strategy
Wednesday, 10 May 2017, 11:49 am | Department of Conservation
Conservation Minister Maggie Barry has issued a "call to action" for the nation to get behind efforts to protect New Zealand's threatened native plants and animals. More >>
DOC voted Most Attractive Public Sector Employer
Friday, 5 May 2017, 10:53 am | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation is delighted to be recognised for the third year running as the most attractive employer in the public sector by the Randstad Awards. More >>
Modest fee increases for NZ’s Great Walks
Wednesday, 3 May 2017, 11:07 am | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is introducing modest increases for some Great Walks hut and campsite fees. These increases are part of the Department’s first review of its Great Walks pricing in five years. They are designed to increase revenue ... More >>
Rare Bird Shot in Paraparaumu
Monday, 24 April 2017, 4:38 pm | Department of Conservation
Ranger David Moss with the dead kārearea shot last week in Paraparaumu © Lee Barry/DOC More >>
DOC seeks help regarding sea lion death at Jacks Bay
Friday, 21 April 2017, 1:17 pm | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation is urging the public to come forward with information after a male sea lion/rāpoka was discovered with gunshot wounds on a beach in the Catlins. More >>
Toyota Kiwi Guardians team up with Wild Dunedin
Friday, 21 April 2017, 10:37 am | Department of Conservation
The Wild Dunedin festival is set to take over the streets, beaches, wetlands, and reserves of Dunedin these school holidays from 21 to 25 April. More >>
Longer Heaphy Track mountain biking season
Friday, 21 April 2017, 10:10 am | Department of Conservation
The Heaphy Track mountain biking season is being extended by two months in spring to run from 1 May to 30 November. More >>
Rare native buttercup found on Stewart Island
Wednesday, 12 April 2017, 3:59 pm | Department of Conservation
Department of Conservation botanists have found a rare native buttercup on a remote mountain range on Stewart Island/Rakiura. More >>
Conviction a warning to whitebaiters to follow the rules
Tuesday, 4 April 2017, 1:32 pm | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation says a recent conviction for breaching the Whitebait Regulations 1994 should deter other people from breaking the rules. More >>
Native geckos rehomed on pest-free island
Monday, 27 March 2017, 9:51 am | Department of Conservation
Eight native lizards received a helping hand from Department of Conservation Director General, Lou Sanson on Saturday, 25 March, when they were transferred to Mana Island near Wellington, as part of a GBC Winstone project. More >>
Partial Plan Change for Tongariro National Park is notified
Friday, 24 March 2017, 5:30 pm | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation started a process to identify safer off road options for both walkers and bikers in response to concerns raised by the Ruapehu District Council, local groups and iwi over cyclists and walkers on the Mountain Road. More >>
DOC reminds hunters to put safety first
Friday, 24 March 2017, 3:15 pm | Department of Conservation
The annual ‘roar’ is coming and the Department of Conservation is reminding all deer hunters that safety must be their first and foremost consideration. More >>
Making Great Island great again
Wednesday, 22 March 2017, 10:31 am | Department of Conservation
A pioneering venture in Fiordland National Park could provide a breakthrough in how easily and efficiently predator free island sanctuaries are created. More >>
Kauaeranga Valley Flood Closures
Saturday, 11 March 2017, 12:41 pm | Department of Conservation
The Kauaeranga Valley and adjoining catchments have experienced heavy levels of rainfall in the last four days. Over 500mm of rain has fallen at the Pinnacles Hut in the last 72 hours with up to 200mm more expected until Sunday. More >>
