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Young people running and jumping on grass.
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Kiwis love nature. Naturing is how we protect it. Join the Always Be Naturing movement and get inspired to do your bit for nature.

From a long list of threatened native species, learn about five birds that used to live on Stewart Island and the vision to bring them home through Predator Free Rakiura.

Discover small ways you can make a big difference for nature.

Every business depends on nature in some way. By understanding how your business connects to nature, you can find new opportunities and reduce potential risks.

Get involved in volunteer activities around the country.

There may be more than 695 billion living things in Aotearoa, but some of the rarest need our help.

A dolphin has been found decapitated on a beach north of Kaikōura, and DOC staff want to know what happened.

A public reserve will finally be established on the iconic Miramar Peninsula – Te Motu Kairangi in Wellington, Conservation Minister Tama Potaka and Land Information Minister Chris Penk have announced.

The annual Matuku Muster has returned for its second year.

An initiative to bring together sea lion enthusiasts and supporters from around New Zealand will be held Saturday 13 September 2025 at Tūhura Otago Museum.