2021 consultations

Introduction

Consultations that began in 2021.

Also see Consultations on authorisation (permit) applications – includes concessions, marine mammal permits and other publicly notified applications.

    Streamlining the stewardship land reclassification process

    Submissions closed Friday 18 March 2022. We asked for your views on how to improve the process for reclassifying and disposing of stewardship land through legislative reform.

    Help us innovate and shape the future of biodiversity

    Let us know how innovation in the way we use information and emerging technology can help biodiversity thrive. Submissions closed Sunday 14 November 2021.

    Expressions of interest for commercial sporting event concession opportunity on the Routeburn Track

    Express your interest in the opportunity to run a commercial sporting event on the Routeburn Track in Mount Aspiring and Fiordland National Parks. Expression of interest period closed 24 September 2021.

    New assessment of the conservation status of New Zealand wētā and grasshoppers (Orthoptera)

    Have your say on changes in status of New Zealand wētā and grasshoppers (Orthoptera). Consultation closed on 4 October 2021.

    Whakapapa Village – change to public parking areas and restrictions

    Have your say on changes to the Whakapapa Village parking restrictions. Submissions closed 21 May 2021.

    Conservation Services Programme Annual Plan 2021/22

    Have your say on the annual plan that contains research proposals that will be subject to cost recovery from the commercial fishing industry. Submissions closed 25 May 2021.

    Proposed Te Pēwhairangi (Bay of Islands) marine mammal sanctuary

    The public submission period for this proposal closed at 5 pm 18 May 2021. This is a proposal to establish a marine mammal sanctuary in Te Pēwhairangi (Bay of Islands).

    Proposal to extend seaward boundary of Cathedral Cove reserve and Cook Bluff reserve

    Have your say if you’re an affected iwi, hapū or whānau on a proposal to extend the seaward boundary of Cathedral Cove Recreation Reserve and Cook Bluff Scenic Reserve on the Hahei coast, Coromandel. Submissions closed 9 June 2021.

    Development of the Te Hiku Conservation Management Strategy

    Have your say on the proposed Te Hiku Conservation Management Strategy. Submissions are expected to open in July 2023.

    Proposed renaming of Rainbow Mountain Scenic Reserve

    Have your say on the renaming of a scenic reserve on the Rainbow Mountain-Summit Track, Bay of Plenty. Submissions closed 20 April 2021

    Review of our concessions process for aircraft landings at Milford Sound Aerodrome

    We’re working to make sure aircraft concessions at Milford Sound/Piopiotahi Aerodrome are fair and consistent by consulting with existing operators and Ngāi Tahu.

    Proposal to dispose of conservation land at Ophir Conservation Area

    Have your say on a proposal to dispose of conservation land, part of the Ophir Conservation Area. Submissions closed 28 February 2021.

    Mana whenua engagement: Revitalising the Gulf’s marine protection proposals

    We requested views from mana whenua on how customary practices could be expressed and supported in High Protection Areas in the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park / Tīkapa Moana / Te Moananui-ā-Toi. Submissions closed February 2022.

    Percentage of Revenue Framework Review

    DOC has completed the review of the fee structure for activity fees that are determined by a percentage of revenue earned through a concession.

    Proposed classification and name for North Otago reserve

    Submissions closed 19 February 2021. Have your say on the proposed classification and naming of a 27 ha area 5 km south-west of Duntroon, Otago.

    Nationwide Conservation Management Strategy partial review for biking

    A nationwide review of conservation management strategies for biking is currently being planned. These reviews will provide opportunities for the public to have their say.

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