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Proposal to approve a reduction in the width of a marginal strip adjoining Opanuku Stream

12 July

Have your say on a proposal to approve a reduction in the width of a marginal strip adjoining the Opanuku Stream in Henderson, Auckland. Submissions close 5 September 2025.

Understanding coral bycatch: assessing large catches

11 July

This is the final report for INT2023-10 Understanding coral bycatch: assessing large catches. Published July 2025.

Application for a lease and license by Alan David West

11 July

Have your say on an application by Alan David West for a lease and license at Harataonga Recreation Reserve in Harataonga Bay. Submissions close 8 August 2025 at 11:59 pm.

Great Walks popularity supporting tourism growth

10 July

A significant boost in the number of people booking bednights along the country’s Great Walks is a good sign for conservation tourism and local businesses, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka says.

Ulva Island - incursion support

10 July

November 2025 - April 2026: This is a rare opportunity to stay on a nationally significant island sanctuary and work towards maintaining its pest free status.

Shot kea released after lengthy recovery

10 July

A kea found with a serious gunshot wound has been released back into the wild after a lengthy recovery.

Winter break for the 42 Traverse

10 July

As winter sets in, the 42 Traverse remains off-limits to four-wheel drives to protect track condition and maintain access for conservation work.

Application for a Marine Mammal Permit by Real Journeys Limited

09 July

Have your say on a marine mammal permit application by Real Journeys Limited to commercially view marine mammals using a vessel. Submissions close 6 August 2025.

Waewaetorea and Urupukapuka Islands Management Plan

08 July

View the management plan for Waewaetorea and Urupukapuka Islands 1983.

Revealed: the heritage icon earning concrete praise

08 July

At nearly 90 years old, the iconic Bridge to Nowhere in Whanganui National Park has cemented its reputation with a prestigious Enduring Concrete Award.

Unlocking economic growth on conservation land

08 July

A targeted effort to reduce the backlog of applications for use of conservation land is accelerating economic growth without compromising conservation values, says Conservation Minister Tama Potaka.

Secrets from the frontline: DOC reveals the five wildlife questions on everyone’s mind

08 July

DOC’s Customer Service Centre has revealed the top wildlife-related queries flooding its inbox and phone lines this year.

Application for a Marine Mammal Permit by Christchurch City Council

08 July

Have your say on a permit application by the Christchurch City Council for a marine mammal permit. Submissions close 5 August 2025.

South Westland quarry approved

07 July

A quarry which will supply rock for critical infrastructure projects in South Westland has been approved under the Crown Minerals Act 1991.

Kiwi Track

07 July

This old goldminer's track leads to Kiwi Saddle Hut.

Chummies Track

07 July

Chummies Track is a steep climb up to John Reid Hut. It fords the Wangapeka River which is impassable if running high.

$22 million to enhance wildlife visitor experiences

04 July

Significant investment into supporting native species and tackling invasive pests in national parks has been announced by Conservation Minister Tama Potaka.

Tiny tags could reveal fish sex secrets

04 July

The pioneering use of microchip technology has the potential to reveal the closely held secrets of an elusive native fish, including its mysterious sex life.

Application for a lease by Aoraki/Mount Cook Alpine Village Limited

04 July

Have your say on an application by Aoraki/Mount Cook Alpine Village Limited for a lease at Aoraki/Mount Cook Village. Submissions close Friday 1 August 2025 at 11:59 pm.

Limestone ecosystems

03 July

Limestone ecosystems are home to a variety of unique species, including insects, snails, and lizards, and most remarkably, rare endemic plants.