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A lone person walks along a small track cut into the side of a a steep hill.
Haere mai

Have your say on the two discussion documents by 28 February 2025.

From night vision technology to kauri protection, Northland’s local communities were treated to some good yarns and amazing wild kai all in the name of conservation.

Avian influenza (also called bird flu) is a contagious viral disease that affects both domestic and wild birds and is caused by avian influenza viruses.

Hump Ridge Track is a 3-day loop over sub-alpine tops and around rugged coastline in southern Fiordland. It opened as our 11th Great Walk on 25 October 2024.

Kākāpō adoptions are a special way to support the conservation of this taonga species. You can adopt a kākāpō for yourself or as a gift.

Have your say on development of a new Conservation Management Strategy (CMS) for Te Tai Poutini West Coast. Fill in our survey by 16 December 2024.

A rare dolphin has been spotted today by a rowing team in Auckland’s inner Waitematā Harbour.

DOC is excited to announce the start of the 2024/2025 breeding season for the critically endangered tara iti (New Zealand fairy tern).

Visitor demand is growing and New Zealanders continue to value getting out in nature, according to DOC’s latest annual visitor insights report released today.

West Coasters are being urged to share their views on the future of conservation in the region, with a public survey closing on Monday, 16 December.