Find out about DOC's mission, vision and statutory mandate.
Information on the Conservation Act, National Parks Act and other key legislation guiding DOC's work.
View information on the policies and plans that provide the framework for DOC's activities.
View maps and statistics covering the public conservation lands and waters administered by DOC, including DOCgis interactive maps.
DOC works with iwi and hapū in most aspects of our conservation efforts.
The New Zealand government is signatory to a number of international agreements that impact on DOC's work.
DOC provides policy advice and service to Ministers and to a range of statutory bodies.
Publications about DOC's role
Publications about DOC
NZCA and Conservation Boards