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Finding common ground ‘vital’
Monday, 24 May 2010, 3:31 pm | Department of Conservation
Finding common ground ‘vital’ conservation volunteers told Freshwater scientists Alton Perrie and Amber McEwan, introduce Restoration Day participants to some of the native fish at the Hull’s Creek restoration site in Silverstream, where a once ... More >>
DoC asks to put Mokihinui on hold
Monday, 24 May 2010, 10:35 am | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation has applied to the Environment Court to put its appeal against the Mokihinui Hydro Proposal on hold. More >>
Road Death of a Fantastic Father Blow To Kiwi
Thursday, 20 May 2010, 11:06 am | Department of Conservation
Cee Cee, one of the best-known rowi kiwi, was found dead on the side of Ökärito Road on May 13. As a highly successful breeding male, his death has come as a huge blow to the critically endangered kiwi species. More >>
Scientists probe the depths of Taputeranga
Tuesday, 11 May 2010, 2:12 pm | Department of Conservation
Scientists have a better understanding of what lies beneath the waters of Wellington’s Taputeranga Marine Reserve after undertaking an underwater survey during summer. More >>
Warm welcome for Little Browns
Thursday, 6 May 2010, 1:38 pm | Department of Conservation
A warm welcome is anticipated from the Wairarapa community when an RNZAF Hercules touches down at Masterton's Hood Aerodrome with up to 30 little brown kiwi on board on Friday. More >>
Bellbirds return to Motuihe Island
Thursday, 6 May 2010, 12:21 pm | Department of Conservation
They’ve been gone since the 1970s, but by Sunday afternoon, up to 50 bellbirds will be singing in the trees on Motuihe Island. More >>
Trampers warned to stay clear of Tararuas
Friday, 30 April 2010, 5:21 pm | Department of Conservation
Trampers are being warned not to venture into the Tararua Forest Park over the weekend as river levels rise due to heavy rain, and high winds buffet the area. More >>
DOC to appeal Mokihinui decision
Thursday, 29 April 2010, 3:14 pm | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation has today lodged papers with the Environment Court appealing the decision to grant resource consent for the Mokihinui Hydro Proposal on the West Coast. More >>
Solar Hot Water Installation Save on Chopper Costs
Thursday, 15 April 2010, 1:59 pm | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation is installing solar hot water heaters in selected huts and staff quarters throughout the South Island, saving thousands on the cost of delivering LPG to remote areas. More >>
Return Of Bellbirds To Motutapu
Thursday, 15 April 2010, 11:59 am | Department of Conservation
Hot on the heels of two native bird species reappearing on Motutapu, one of New Zealand’s best known songbirds — the bellbird — has also been rediscovered on the island. More >>
Dog kills Kiwi
Friday, 9 April 2010, 10:06 am | Department of Conservation
The wild kiwi population in Wellington has fallen following the death of a kiwi from dog predation in the Rimutaka Forest Park, re-emphasising the importance of keeping dogs on a lead near kiwi populations. More >>
DOC Confirms Land Purchased in Northland
Wednesday, 31 March 2010, 11:22 am | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation has confirmed that it has purchased a strip of beach front land at Matapouri Bay in a bid to end long standing issues over the boundary between privately owned land and a DOC reserve. More >>
Taranaki 1080 operation knocks possums to record l
Monday, 29 March 2010, 1:45 pm | Department of Conservation
Initial results indicate possum numbers in Egmont National Park have plummeted after last month’s successful 1080 operation – providing a precious lifeline for local forests and vulnerable bird species in the park. More >>
Kiwi Chicks Found Dead In Private Reserve
Wednesday, 24 March 2010, 11:53 am | Department of Conservation
Eleven kiwi chicks have been found dead in a "kiwi creche" facility near Karapiro. Department of Conservation staff conducting a routine visit to undertake transmitter replacements discovered the dead birds yesterday [23 March], with early ... More >>
Report shows health of Kaimai catchments
Tuesday, 23 March 2010, 9:47 am | Department of Conservation
Environment Bay of Plenty, Environment Waikato, and the Department of Conservation, today released a state of the environment report on the health of the Kaimai and Mamaku Ranges and Waihou and Tauranga Harbour catchments. More >>
Unique Opportunity to Bring Officers' Mess to life
Monday, 15 March 2010, 2:53 pm | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation is offering a unique chance for a business partner with a sense of history to help in the restoration of the Fort Takapuna Officers’ Mess building. More >>
Seaweek 2010 puts a spotlight on our marine world
Monday, 8 March 2010, 4:54 pm | Department of Conservation
New Zealanders will head to our beaches and marine reserves this week as thousands take part in Seaweek activities around the country. More >>
Weed spraying contractor advised 48 hours ahead
Monday, 8 March 2010, 4:52 pm | Department of Conservation
The Department of Conservation is rejecting suggestions a group of weed sprayers were not advised about its recent 1080 operation targeting possums and rats on Mt Taranaki. More >>
Wildlife Enforcement Group welcomes gecko smuggler
Wednesday, 3 March 2010, 4:10 pm | Department of Conservation
German tourist, Manfred Bachmann was sentenced to 15 weeks imprisonment today for the possession of 16 native jewelled geckos, after he was apprehended with them last month. More >>
Lots of rats and few birds in the Tararua Ranges
Thursday, 25 February 2010, 3:53 pm | Department of Conservation
Surveys revealing high numbers of rats and few birds in the Tararua Forest Park have highlighted the need for pest control. More >>
