The Jobs for Nature programme ran from 2020 to 2025. It invested $1.185 billion to help revitalise communities through nature-based employment and to stimulate the economy in response to COVID-19.
Five government agencies administered the funding, with DOC managing $485.3 million across 225 projects nationwide. Led by Māori and community partners, these projects taught conservation skills and and carried out work like predator and weed control, wetland restoration, native planting, upgrading tracks and huts, and inspiring future kaitiaki.
Although the programme has ended, its impact continues. Explore some of the incredible achievements and stories from Jobs for Nature below.
Find out more about theprogramme and the differenceit made. Read overviews of keyareas and Annual Reports.
Case studies and insights that showcase the impact of the Jobs for Nature programme.
Information about how DOC supported projects when the programme ended.