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A lone person walks along a small track cut into the side of a a steep hill.
Haere mai

Take care of Aotearoa, and always be prepared for your trip.

From late November through early March. a team of eager individuals from Abseil Access converge on Mokai Valley in the Taihape area to search and control white bryony.

We need your help to grow funding for nature. By donating to these DOC nature projects you can help protect endangered species and habitats.

Avian influenza (also called bird flu) is a contagious viral disease that affects both domestic and wild birds and is caused by avian influenza viruses.

Kākāpō adoptions are a special way to support the conservation of this taonga species. You can adopt a kākāpō for yourself or as a gift.

Have your say on the two discussion documents by 28 February 2025.

The senseless vandalism of multiple pou whenua along the Abel Tasman Coast Track has sparked dismay among locals, and is being investigated by DOC and NZ Police.

With hot and dry conditions across much of the country this holiday season, anyone heading into the outdoors is reminded to be fire safe to protect our special places and vulnerable native species.

Tāne Mahuta, Northland's iconic kauri tree, reopened today (21 December) following a dawn blessing by Te Roroa that celebrated the completion of significant conservation work.

A keen naturalist out clearing traps has discovered a new population of critically endangered Canterbury knobbled weevils, giving new hope for the species’ long-term survival.