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World’s oldest gecko found in North Canterbury

· March 27, 2025

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  27 March 2025 The two Waitaha geckos were first discovered and marked in 1967 and 1969 by late Herpetologist Tony Whitaker. His detailed record-keeping allowed Department...

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New law targets illegal fishing in the high seas

· March 27, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government New Zealand’s fight against illegal fishing in the high seas has been boosted by new legislation which passed its third reading in Parliament today. The Fisheries...

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Speech to Project Auckland Luncheon

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Good afternoon, everyone. Thanks, Murray, for that introduction.   It’s a pleasure to be speaking with you here in New Zealand’s capital city of growth, at this...

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New fines for fisheries offences come into force

· March 26, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Fisheries offences will be subject to a broader range of penalties to ensure the punishment fits the crime under regulatory changes that come into effect on...

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Strong relationship with PNG reconfirmed

· March 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Papua New Guinea Prime Minister James Marape met in Wellington today, reaffirming the enduring partnership between New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.  The Prime...

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Inner Hauraki Gulf closed to rock lobster fishing

· March 25, 2025

Source: New Zealand Government The inner Hauraki Gulf will be closed for three years to commercial and recreational spiny rock lobster fishing to help rebuild the population, Oceans and Fisheries...

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Survey Underway to Protect Hector’s Dolphins in Otago

· March 21, 2025

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  21 March 2025 Scientists have had favourable weather conditions and good success in locating dolphins, allowing them to gather valuable data that will help improve conservation...

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World’s largest turtle inspires international research

· March 20, 2025

Source: Department of Conservation Date:  20 March 2025 Sarah Dwyer of the DOC Aotea Operations Team and Sierra Fullmer, Research Project Technician for Upwell Turtles, ready to monitor leatherback turtles, the...