Our vision

Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

Our purpose

We protect and restore nature | Toitū te Taiao

Our outcomes

Ecosystems and species across Aotearoa are thriving from mountains to sea

• Improved condition of threatened species and a representative range of ecosystems.
• DOC leads and enables others to have the greatest impact for biodiversity.
• We attract investment into conservation.

Public conservation lands and waters are maintained and improved for future generations

• Improved condition of threatened species and a representative range of ecosystems.
• Our land and water management and obligations are met.
• Important cultural and historic sites are protected.

We are an honourable Treaty partner

• Active protection of Māori rights and interests, and active participation of treaty partners.
• Increased capability and capacity.
• Partnerships and relationships are strengthened.

Connection with nature and cultural heritage enriches people’s lives

• Visitors enjoy a sustainable number of experiences.
• People and communities value and take action to preserve nature and cultural heritage.

DOC is a great organisation to work for and with

• Improved performance of the conservation regulatory system.
• Our people are engaged and see the contribution that they are making.
• DOC is financially sustainable and known to be effective.

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