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Whitebaiting
Find out when, where and how to fish for whitebait in New Zealand and the Chatham Islands.
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National Wild Goat Hunting Competition
The wild goat hunting competition is back for 2024. Compete for over $70,000 worth of prizes and help protect the environment.
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Name the chick competition
The Royal Cam chick needs a name. Submissions have now closed, and voting will commence soon.
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What to do if you find a seal
If you find a New Zealand fur seal it's usually best to leave it alone, however, there are exceptions.
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10th anniversary of West Coast marine reserves marked
Five of Westland’s special protected areas celebrate their 10th anniversary this month.
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New priorities to protect future of conservation
The Government has introduced clear priorities to modernise Te Papa Atawhai - DOC’s protection of our natural taonga.
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Carpark closure to allow for Mautohe Cathedral Cove work
The Lees Road car park near Mautohe Cathedral Cove will be closed to the public while walking access reinstatement work is underway.
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Now hear this! The Great Matuku Muster a call to action
As Conservation Week 2024 gets underway, New Zealanders are being urged to take action for nature by joining The Great Matuku Muster.
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