20th August 2026 DOC / PoliceDOC is calling for information after four-wheel drive vehicles caused extensive damage to Klondyke Corner Campsite in Arthur’s Pass National Park.
20th August 2026 DOC / FundingTwenty community conservation projects across New Zealand will share $9.2m from the Department of Conservation Community Fund.
17th August 2026 Coroner / DOCThe Department of Conservation has reviewed the timing of safety marker inspections on Mt Aicken in Arthur’s Pass National Park following a coroner’s findings into the death of a tramper in 2021.
17th August 2026 Cathedral Cove / DOCDOC and the Hahei Residents and Ratepayers Association (HRRA) are exploring a partnership to reinstate the storm-damaged Hahei Beach Short Walk at Mautohe Cathedral Cove Reserve.
17th August 2026 DOC / IwiThe Department of Conservation is seeking public feedback on proposed names for 10 newly classified conservation areas on the West Coast.
12th August 2026 DOC / RealNZRealNZ is seeking approval to operate up to 960 scenic and charter cruises a year on Lake Te Anau as part of a new 30-year concession application.
12th August 2026 DOC / MarineJackson Bay Charters is seeking a 10-year permit to operate commercial whale, dolphin and seal viewing tours along the South Westland coast.
12th August 2026 Conservation / DOCTwo Taranaki conservation projects have secured $1.04m in government funding, with another $1.2m expected in cash and in-kind support from iwi, landowners, community groups and volunteers.
7th August 2026 DOC / WildlifeThe kākāpō and Chatham Island tāiko have been selected for the newly launched Phoenix Species Project, a US$200m global conservation initiative supporting the recovery of critically endangered species.
3rd August 2026 DOC / ParkingThe popular marine reserve set to become the fourth DOC site to introduce parking charges.
31st July 2026 DOC / EconomyBusinesses near conservation land generate higher revenue and tax returns than those further away.
31st July 2026 DOC / Great Ridesthe Department of Conservation says it will try to keep disruption to a minimum as it carries out work on sections of the Mountains to Sea – Ngā Ara Tūhono Great Ride.
