Department of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai
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Kiwi pukupuku/little spotted kiwi have been rediscovered in the wild on mainland Aotearoa for the first time in 50 years, shocking and delighting conservationists.
24 July 2025
Rites of fish passage
Our work to protect and restore native fish populations has to be tailored to individual species because of where they live – and how good they are at swimming.
Paid parking pilot programme
DOC is planning a paid car parking pilot at three high-use sites.
Further losses predicted for wetlands in future
An international report, led by a DOC scientist, warns the world is on track to lose even more of its wetlands – but solutions exist.
Fenced sanctuary closer for skink on the brink
A new fenced enclosure is being built on the West Coast, aiming to protect the world’s last known population of 30 critically endangered Alborn skinks.
Open hunting permit
Get a DOC open hunting permit online.
Mautohe Cathedral Cove to close as weather system nears
The onset of weather system packing heavy rain has prompted DOC to close tracks to Coromandel’s Mautohe Cathedral Cove and urge visitors not go to the famous beach.
Changes ahead for Te Anau Bird Sanctuary
Te Anau Bird Sanctuary is making a shift towards a more flexible and sustainable operating model.
Track repair confirmed for Waimata Gemstone Bay
Walking access to one of Coromandel’s most picturesque bays is set to be restored, with DOC confirming it will repair the track to Waimata Gemstone Bay.
DOC summer bookings bring in $13 million
Almost 670,000 bednights were booked at DOC huts, campsites and Great walks between December 2024 and February 2025, bringing in more than $13 million according to DOC’s latest visitor insights.