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View the latest information to be added to the site.Largest subantarctic field season wraps up
07 May
The largest and most ambitious marine fieldwork season ever undertaken in the New Zealand subantarctic is providing valuable insights on the vulnerable native species living there.
Notification of lease for variation to existing concession by FENZ
02 May
The Minister of Conservation gives notice under 17SC of the Conservation Act 1987 of an application by Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) to place 2 portacoms on the existing site of the Kaiteriteri Fire Station until 30 November 2032. Applications close 31 May 2024.
Southern New Zealand dotterels decline by 19 per cent
01 May
One of New Zealand’s rarest birds has suffered another blow due to ongoing predation by feral cats.
Get ready for Great Walks bookings to open
30 April
DOC has announced bookings for New Zealand’s Great Walks will open from 28 May to 6 June for the next season.
Walking access reinstatement options announced for Cathedral Cove
30 April
DOC has announced the options being explored to reinstate walking access to Coromandel’s Cathedral Cove.
Careers Centre
29 April
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Staff benefits
29 April
Our staff are offered discounts on DOC accommodation, outdoor gear, technology and more.
Working at DOC
29 April
Learn about the purpose and culture of the team that makes Papatūānuku Thrive. Explore our staff benefits and how you can work towards being a part of DOC.
Temporary closure of Northland tracks for cyclone recovery
26 April
Two of Northland’s most popular short walks - Mangawhai Cliffs Walkway and Mt Manaia - will be closed temporarily as part of ongoing efforts to repair and enhance infrastructure damaged by Cyclone Gabrielle.
DOC response to pest incursion on Te Haupa/Saddle Island in full swing
24 April
Two rats have been caught just days after DOC set out freshly baited traps on Te Haupa/ Saddle Island north of Auckland.