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Lighting fires on public conservation land
Find out when and where you can light fires at huts, campsites and in the backcountry on public conservation land.

Know before you go
Take care of Aotearoa, and always be prepared for your trip.

DOC Sounds of Science podcast
Our mighty and iconic kauri is under threat from a notorious fungus-type pathogen. In our newest episode, ranger Hana Harris shares her passion for kauri, and tips for how you can help.

Dogs on conservation land
Where you can take your dog on public conservation land, disability assist dogs, avian awareness training and why dog access is controlled.
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New pack in / pack out rules to start at DOC Whangarei camps
DOC is reminding visitors that a 'pack in, pack out' waste management policy for its campgrounds in the wider Whangarei area starts on 1 February.

Seal sightings citizen science project extended
A citizen science project encouraging the public to report sightings of kekeno/NZ fur seals around the upper North Island has been extended into summer.

Wayward weka found in Manaia
Manaia man Pete Andreoli did a double take when he saw a weka wandering around a back yard in the little South Taranaki township.
Rāhui at Ōpoutere Beach
A rāhui has been placed over Ōpoutere Beach, the Wharekawa Harbour and Wharekawa River following a drowning and missing person search.
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