Jobs for Nature boost for enhancing Nelson’s Mahitahi (Maitai) River
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
Ecological restoration of Nelson city’s Mahitahi (Maitai) river catchment will step up a gear with a $2 million Jobs for Nature...
Mental health a key benefit to spending time outdoors
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
The important role nature plays for people’s mental health has been highlighted by conservation leaders internationally – just in time for...
Anglers delight as Fishing Season 2020 set to commence
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
At dawn on Thursday October 1 an armada of watercraft is expected to descend on lakes Tarawera, Rotoiti and Okataina, marking...
Illegal landings net chopper company and pilot hefty fines
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
Illegally dropping off and collecting hunters from a designated wilderness area in the Kaimanawa Ranges has cost a helicopter company and...
Survey highlights motivations for time in nature
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
Mental and physical health and a desire to connect with history and nature are among the motivations for time in the...
DOC 2019/20 visitor data
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
DOC has released visitor data from selected popular public conservation areas for the year ending February 2020, prior to COVID-19 travel...
Conservation law enforcement pilot for Mahaanui
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
As DOC’s new enforcement system rolls out, the Mahaanui district office is reminding Cantabrians and visitors to follow the conservation laws...
Challenges for tūturuatu conservation highlighted on Mana Island
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
Some of the challenges facing tūturuatu/shore plover conservation have been highlighted after setbacks in establishing a new population.
Date: 16 September 2020
Between February...
Pīpīwharauroa: nature is still doing what nature does | Conservation blog
Source: Department of Conservation
By Tamara Christie-Siaosi, Tāmaki-Makaurau
How are those international travel plans going for you right now? I’m assuming not so great. Ideas of...
Tahr control detail finalised for 2020/21
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
DOC has met with the Game Animal Council to discuss where Himalayan tahr control operations will be undertaken this year.
Date: 14 September...
Casey Hut opening
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
A popular overnight opportunity in Arthurs Pass National Park is available once again thanks to two generous donors, says DOC.
Date: 14 September...
Whitebaiting season makes a frustrating start in the Eastern Bay
Source: Department of Conservation
Introduction
This year’s whitebait season has started with small amounts of whitebait caught in the eastern Bay of Plenty in the first...
