Discover some of our best short walks. They’re easy to get to and great for families – there’s something for everyone.
Pekapeka/bats hold a special place in Kiwi hearts as New Zealand’s only native land mammals, but how do these tiny nocturnal fliers respond to artificial light? As it turns out, not well.
H5 bird flu (H5N1 avian influenza) has been detected in New Zealand.
Hook a fish not a fine. Learn the marine protection rules for high protection areas, seafloor protection areas and marine reserves in the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana.
This is a report on the operations of the Department of Conservation for the year ended 30 June 2026. Published October 2026.
The Conservation Amendment Bill aims to modernise the way conservation land is managed, support economic growth, and deliver stronger conservation outcomes.
Wellington retiree Penny Race isn’t a gym-goer, but she reckons her arm strength is impressive.
Reported dog attacks on protected kororā/little blue penguin continue to rise annually, according to new data compiled by DOC.
Satellite tracking of green sea turtles is revealing habitat hotspots and remarkable long-distance movements around New Zealand's coastline.
One observant horse rider, a few photographs, and a quick call to DOC have led to the discovery and removal of 141 invasive sea spurge plants from Ninety Mile Beach.