2024 media releases
View DOC media releases from 2024.

Manawatu/Whanganui

Date: 17 December 2024
Three new shelters on the Whanganui Journey Great Walk serve to reflect the environment and culture of the river, enhancing the visitor experience of the multi-day kayak trip.

Date: 29 October 2024
A carved pou restored and returned to the Whanganui River Road last week has supported the revitalisation of toi whakairo (traditional arts) in Whanganui.

Date: 14 October 2024
With kiwi numbers in Whanganui National Park and surrounding areas projected to grow by 1000 over the next few years, DOC is encouraging people to follow a few simple steps and keep kiwi safe.

Date: 31 July 2024
Restoring the whenua is a labour of love for the whānau behind Hiruhārama/Jerusalem project Ngahere Manaaki, and the results are looking good for both land and people.

Date: 03 July 2024
Whitebait species inanga/atutahi in the Whanganui River have more space to spawn thanks to restoration at Te Ao Hou marae and neighbouring properties in Aramoho.

Date: 16 May 2024
Whanganui residents are being urged to dump green waste at appropriate facilities after a spate of “fly tipping” incidents at Gordon Park Scenic Reserve.

Date: 28 March 2024
A rogue Australian water dragon has been removed from Papaitonga Scenic Reserve near Levin, prompting DOC to remind people not to dump unwanted pets on conservation land.

Date: 23 February 2024
The public is being asked to provide crucial, ‘as-it-happens’ evidence that could help identify the cause of mass fish deaths in the Whanganui River catchment.