The Minister for Conservation is seeking nominations for 2 public vacancies for the New Zealand Conservation Authority in 2025. We are seeking nominations from those with knowledge and experience ...

This idyllic campsite right by the beach. Explore the island’s walkways, stunning coastline, replanted native bush and ever-increasing wildlife. Fires are not permitted at any time. See fire rules on ...

Thank you for entering the competition. The winners have been announced. DOC and NZDA will be contacting the winners directly. The competition aimed to encourage recreational hunters to target wild ...

Biosecurity helps prevent damage by animal pests, weeds, didymo, and diseases like kauri dieback. The conservation status of our species is assessed according to their risk of extinction.

Tongariro is New Zealand's oldest national park and a dual World Heritage area. This status recognises the park's important Māori cultural and spiritual associations as well as its outstanding ...

New Zealand is precious – everyone who lives and travels here has a responsibility to look after it. Make a commitment to Aotearoa by protecting nature, being prepared, keeping New Zealand clean and ...

We work to make sure operations are well-organised, safe and necessary through careful assessment, safety planning, community engagement and record keeping. First, the site must be prioritised for ...

This track is closed to manage the impact of kauri disease. No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. The pathogen that causes kauri disease is easily spread by the movement of water. This means ...

The Whanganui River winds its way from the mountains to the Tasman Sea through countless hills and valleys. Lowland forest surrounds the river in its middle and lower reaches - the heart of Whanganui ...

Makaretu Hut was built in 1960 by the NZ Forest Service, and was upgraded by DOC in 2003. Situated on the south branch of the Makaretu River at an altitude of 600 m, Makaretu Hut is surrounded by ...

Learn how to plan and plant a garden to attract native birds. Motukārara Conservation Nursery grows exclusively Canterbury native plants. We would love to grow your plants. Get in touch with us with ...

From relaxing on the beach or camping by a stream, to hiking through lush native bush to the top of a mountain, there’s something for everyone to enjoy around Aotearoa New Zealand. Auckland Airport ...