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Whitebaiting
Find out when, where and how to fish for whitebait in New Zealand and the Chatham Islands.
Volunteer for conservation
Get involved in activities around the country, and find out about volunteering for conservation.
Name the chick competition
The Royal Cam chick's name for 2024 has been announced.
What to do if you find a seal
If you find a New Zealand fur seal it's usually best to leave it alone, however, there are exceptions.
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Submissions open for Te Tapatoru ā Toi Conservation Management Plan final draft
A values-led approach to management for three Whakatāne reserves has been set out in the draft revision of the Tapatoru ā Toi Conservation Management Plan, which opens for submissions today.
Bush to Belly event in Punakaiki celebrates wild goat meat
DOC on the West Coast is joining up with the New Zealand Deerstalkers Association (NZDA) to run a “Bush to Belly” event in Punakaiki focused around preparing goat meat to eat.
Heavy rain warning in Otago and Southland – DOC urges caution
DOC is urging people in Otago and Southland to be careful this weekend as the current red alert weather event has already impacted tracks, with more rain forecast.
Kashmir Road closed for public safety during wilding pine removal
Public access to the Ruahine Forest Park via Kashmir Rd will be closed for public safety while pines are felled in the area following several close calls with people ignoring safety restrictions.
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