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Easy practical activities for learning from home, in nature, through COVID-19 alert levels.
DOC Sounds of Science podcast
In our latest episode, Kelly Frogley explains what a non-vascular plant is and talks about her most unexpected discoveries.
Alert Level 2: Hunting allowed on public conservation land
Hunting on public conservation land is allowed during COVID-19 Alert Level 2. Hunters need to have the appropriate hunting permit or hold the required concession and abide by Ministry of Health guidelines.
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Marine protection consultation recommences
DOC and Fisheries New Zealand are today starting a new two-month round of public consultation on the proposed network of marine protection for the south-east South Island. The previous consultation was withdrawn due to restrictions under New Zealand’s response to COVID-19.
Agency collaboration puts focus on forest food sources
A multi-agency research collaboration is putting the focus on forest food sources as part of wider efforts to boost New Zealand’s native bird populations.
Review of Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan to restart
DOC and Ngāi Tahu in consultation with the Canterbury Aoraki Conservation Board have agreed to start a new review of the Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Management Plan.
Hakarimata Summit Track reopens
With the country at COVID-19 Alert Level 2 for two weeks and a contact tracing app introduced by the Government, DOC and Waikato District Council believe it is now safe reopen the popular track.
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