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RealNZ, DOC strike three-year conservation partnership 23rd October 2026 /

RealNZ, DOC strike three-year conservation partnership

RealNZ and the Department of Conservation are entering a three-year national partnership to support priority conservation projects.


Tunnel Beach upgrades strengthen safety, highlight history 22nd October 2026 /

Tunnel Beach upgrades strengthen safety, highlight history

The Department of Conservation has completed upgrades at Dunedin’s Tunnel Beach.


DOC seeks Huka Falls safety upgrades to address risks 21st October 2026 /

DOC seeks Huka Falls safety upgrades to address risks

The Department of Conservation is tendering for safety barrier upgrades at Huka Falls, which attracts up to one million visitors annually.


DOC progresses $121k Hahei Beach track reroute 19th October 2026 /

DOC progresses $121k Hahei Beach track reroute

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Tracks, facilities, access charges – DOC’s IVL investment plan allocates $22m for visitor projects 15th October 2026 /

Tracks, facilities, access charges – DOC’s IVL investment plan allocates $22m for visitor projects

The largest visitor investment is $8m for the construction of the Te Ara Mangawhero and Te Hangaruru sections of the Mountain to Sea Cycle Trail.


Election 2026: National’s fiscal plan details DOC’s $105m top up after IVL reset 12th October 2026 / /

Election 2026: National’s fiscal plan details DOC’s $105m top up after IVL reset

But there’s no equivalent line about topping up TNZ’s budget if the party is re-turned to govt.


Visitor experiences part of Tairāwhiti marine reserve review 12th October 2026 /

Visitor experiences part of Tairāwhiti marine reserve review

The Department of Conservation and Ngāti Konohi are seeking public feedback on visitor experiences and future management of Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve on the Tairāwhiti coast.


Nine NZ sites take first step towards UNESCO World Heritage status 8th October 2026 /

Nine NZ sites take first step towards UNESCO World Heritage status

DOC has unveiled its revised its World Heritage Tentative List, which includes Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House in Christchurch.


Fiordland didymo find prompts warning to visitors 8th October 2026 /

Fiordland didymo find prompts warning to visitors

Visitors are being urged to check, clean and dry their gear to prevent the freshwater pest didymo from spreading following its detection in Fiordland’s Kaipo River.


DOC seeks operators for Far North campsites  6th October 2026 /

DOC seeks operators for Far North campsites 

The Department of Conservation is seeking expressions of interest from suppliers to manage and clean its Te Hiku campsites and day-use areas in the Far North.


Ten operators seek Tongariro crossing concessions 1st October 2026 /

Ten operators seek Tongariro crossing concessions

Ten operators are seeking five-year concessions to guide visitors over the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, with the Department of Conservation opening the applications for public submissions.


DOC adds 62 huts and campsites to online bookings 1st October 2026

DOC adds 62 huts and campsites to online bookings

The Department of Conservation is expanding online bookings to another 62 huts and campsites and moving Backcountry Hut Tickets online.