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Our role
Our role
Introduction
How we manage New Zealand's natural and cultural heritage, legislation we work with, our history and corporate publications.
Our purpose and outcomes
Our work is guided by our strategy, which outlines our purpose and outcomes.
Managing conservation
Our approach to managing New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage.
Compliance and law enforcement
DOC enforces laws that protect New Zealand's biodiversity and historic heritage, as well as the Taupō Trout Fishery.
Legislation
The Conservation Act 1987, National Parks Act 1980 and other key legislation guide DOC's work.
Corporate publications
Find DOC's corporate publications including the Annual Report and Statement of Intent.
Our logo
DOC’s logo is based on the Māori story of creation.
Our uniform
Discover the cultural story behind elements of our uniform.