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Climate change impacts on our native wildlife
New Zealand has been in a biodiversity crisis for more than 100 years – but the effects of climate change could tip our internationally important species over the edge.
Survey of New Zealanders 2019
Find out about New Zealanders' attitudes toward conservation and DOC, and their recreation activities on public conservation land, as surveyed in 2019.
Consultation on changes to whitebait management
Have your say on proposed changes to how we manage whitebait in New Zealand. Submissions close 9 am, 2 March 2020.
DOC Sounds of Science podcast
A behind the scenes look at how DOC cares for New Zealand's unique native species and natural environment.
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Kea spotted at Ross beach
A pair of kea, a native parrot most often associated with alpine environments, have been spotted at Ross Beach, south of Hokitika on the West Coast.
Cape Kidnappers rockfall hazards update
The 1.5 km DOC-managed track, which forms part of the 9 km Cape Kidnappers walking track, will remain closed while a Quantitative Risk Assessment report goes through the final stages of review.
Work on Hokitika Gorge Bridge begins
Work to create a longer walk at Hokitika Gorge is almost complete.
NZSki decision to charge for vehicle use of the Remarkables Road
NZSki is activating its right to charge a fee to drive up the Remarkables Road during summer, applicable from 3 February 2020.
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