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Whitebaiting
Find out when, where and how to fish for whitebait in New Zealand and the Chatham Islands.
Volunteer for conservation
Get involved in activities around the country, and find out about volunteering for conservation.
Name the chick competition
The Royal Cam chick's name for 2024 has been announced.
What to do if you find a seal
If you find a New Zealand fur seal it's usually best to leave it alone, however, there are exceptions.
MoreMedia releases
DOC appalled to find second shot sea lion in Catlins
The mother of the juvenile pakake/sea lion recently found shot in Catlins Estuary has also been killed by someone using a firearm, which has sickened and shocked DOC staff.
Beware storm damaged tracks in Otago/Southland
DOC is reporting significant damage to tracks in Otago and Southland following last week’s extreme weather.
Submissions open for Te Tapatoru ā Toi Conservation Management Plan final draft
A values-led approach to management for three Whakatāne reserves has been set out in the draft revision of the Tapatoru ā Toi Conservation Management Plan, which opens for submissions today.
Bush to Belly event in Punakaiki celebrates wild goat meat
DOC on the West Coast is joining up with the New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) to run a “Bush to Belly” event in Punakaiki focused around preparing goat meat to eat.
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