In January 2010, the non-invasive technique of 3D laser scanning was used to create accurate three dimensional records of the Chatham Island Moriori tree carvings known as Raku Momori or dendroglyphs.
May 2010: the Brunner Mine site was opened celebrating the developments that have been completed over the last few years.
April 2010: DOC staff and locals have commenced a mapping project of the historic Ngati Porou pa site Hungahungatoroa in the Karakatuwhero Valley, Te Araroa.
April 2010: An historic train bridge in Karangahake Gorge is clothed in scaffolding this week, as contractors for DOC get to work on a new paint job.
November 2010: The difficult work of restoring the 100-year old Eastern Portal Bridge in Karangahake Gorge is now complete, and the historic railway structure has re-opened to walkers enjoying the magnificent Karangahake Gorge Historic Walkway.
February 2010: A set of wheels off an old tramway bogie used to transport kauri logs down the Kauaeranga Valley has been unearthed after revealing itself in the bed of the Kauaeranga River.
DOC rescues the century-old Lord Brassey stamper battery which was lying on the verge of collapse.
November 2010: Former whalers join the celebration of the restoration of the historic Perano Whaling Station in Tory Channel.
February 2010: The carronade at Ruapekapeka pa has undergone a stunning transformation.
May 2010: Major restoration work has began to remove rust and restore the historic Tutoko Suspension Bridge to its original condition.
Trampers and backcountry adventurers can enjoy a historic gold mining track/hut package now that DOC has completed restoration of the Waingaro Forks Hut.
March 2010: The 150 attendees at the Westland Tai Poutini National Park 50th anniversary celebrations enjoyed this historic event immensely.
The value of conservation
NZ Historic Places Trust
International Council on Monuments and Sites
Ministry for Culture and Heritage
NZ Archaeological Association