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View the latest information to be added to the site.Research papers for Annual Report 2021/22
19 April
Read the full list of publications utilised in compiling the Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2022.
DOC Ōtepoti Visitor Centre to close
19 April
DOC is closing its Ōtepoti Dunedin Visitor Centre and will focus on wildlife advocacy in the city in other ways.
Emerald Lakes freed from weeds
19 April
Tongariro Alpine Crossing’s distinctive Emerald Lakes are weed free again thanks to years of work by Department of Conservation staff.
Canterbury spotted skink in serious trouble
18 April
One of our rarest, seldom-seen skinks is even more threatened than we had thought, with fewer than 1000 mature individuals.
Preserving Northland’s unique biodiversity: working towards a deer-free future
17 April
A decade-long plan to remove all wild deer from Northland, an area of over 13,000 square kilometres and one of New Zealand’s most biodiverse regions, is being launched jointly by the Northland Regional Council (NRC), DOC, and local hapū.
Build a wētā motel
17 April
Create a safe haven for your 'dinosaurs' – build a wētā motel!
Replacing traps for a kiwi-friendly future
17 April
The Remutaka Conservation Trust is replacing predator traps across their 7500-hectare pest control network in southern Remutaka Forest.
Chatham Islands seabird population research 2024
17 April
Read more about seabird population research on the Chatham Islands in 2024.
Fishing for Taupō photographs
16 April
Eager anglers are encouraged to enter photos in the Taupō Fishery annual photo competition – and potentially land a full season licence for the world famous Taupō trout fishery.
Lakes carpark to Mt Kuripapango Track
16 April
Tramp from Lakes carpark to the top of Mt Kuripapango
Conservation Services Programme Annual Plan 2024/25
16 April
Have your say on the annual plan that contains research proposals that will be subject to cost recovery from the commercial fishing industry. Submissions close at 5 pm on Wednesday, 15 May 2024.
Lakes Carpark Loop – Rogue Ridge/Cooks Horn
16 April
A return track with river crossings through manuka and beech forest and open tops offering expansive views.
Lake Rototuna and Lake Rotoroa (Kaweka Lakes) Track
16 April
A short walk to Lake Rototuna and Lake Rotoroa, a nice picnic spot
Information and data activities inform Cathedral Cove project
16 April
Community and stakeholder activities are the next key steps of DOC’s work to reinstate safe walking access to Cathedral Cove.
Dons Stream Walk
15 April
A walk to a pleasant picnic spot beside a stream
Cameron Hut via Mt Kuripapango and Smith-Russell Track
15 April
This track provides access to Cameron Hut without needing to cross the Ngaruroro River.
Matauria Ridge Track (Makahu Saddle to Mackintosh Track Junction)
15 April
This track connects Makahu Saddle with Mackintosh Track Junction, via Matauria Ridge
Makino River access
15 April
An unmarked route that provides access to the Makino River valley.
Makahu Road to Makahu Saddle (via Middle Hill Hut and Kaweka Flats)
15 April
This day or overnight trip, along the eastern side of the Kaweka Range, passes through a variety of manuka, beech and sub alpine forest, and rewards trampers with good views of the mountain tops.
Makahu Road Circuit (via Makino Hut and Te Puia Lodge)
15 April
A tramp featuring two huts and hot springs, starting and ending at Makahu Road