Department of Conservation | Te Papa Atawhai
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TVNZ’s Endangered Species Aotearoa with Forest & Bird airs every Monday from 3 March at 7.30 pm on TVNZ1. Watch DOC rangers and scientists share what makes New Zealand’s endangered species special.
31 March 2025
What’s up with those Hut Books?
Intentions Books (also known as hut books) are a vital tool for search and rescue. Learn about what they are and how to use them.
Fast-track Approvals Act and DOC
DOC considers the impact of Fast-track projects on public conservation land, waters and wildlife.
DOC statement: ELI vs DOC - S53 Wildlife Act - Mt Messenger
DOC has received the Mt Messenger Wildlife Act Authority High Court decision.
Donate to DOC nature projects
We need your help to grow funding for nature. By donating to these DOC nature projects you can help protect endangered species and habitats.
Pureora Hunting Competition
The 2025 Pureora Hunting Competition is a free annual competition for wild deer taken from the Pureora Forest Park during the competition period. It's open until 27 April.
CITES annual stats show breadth of goods and tastes
Crocodile jerky, whale and bear meat, and luxury handbags made from python and crocodile are among the goods seized or surrendered last year as part of DOC’s CITES responsibilities.
Record whio duckling count on Taranaki Maunga
A DOC survey shows whio duckling numbers in Te Papa-Kura-o-Taranaki have hit a record high, with whio now a regular sight on Taranaki Maunga.
Improved hunting permit system on its way
A new and improved hunting permit system will make it easier for New Zealanders to go hunting on public conservation land Minister for Hunting and Fishing James Meager says.
Efforts to protect takahē stepped up as stoat takes toll
DOC has intensified trapping at a wild takahē site in the Greenstone Valley near Queenstown after four recent takahē deaths pointed to stoat predation.