This Department of Conservation (DOC) site has information about the protection of New Zealand's natural and historic heritage, how and where you can enjoy public conservation places and how to get involved in conservation.
Find out about places to visit; national parks; tracks, walks and other activities; and huts, cabins and campsites.
This section pulls together information provided throughout the site and sorts it by region.
Learn about land, marine, plant and animal conservation, heritage protection and managing threats.
Want to get involved? Find out about events, education, boards, partnerships, funds and starting your own community project.
Information on DOC's mandate, structure and role. Look here also for jobs, concessions, tenders and news.
DOC publishes a wide range of documents, many of which are available on this site.
Frog Week
Frog Week runs from 28 September - 4 October 2008. The week provides an opportunity for New Zealanders to learn more about our native frogs.
View the latest information to be added to the site:
Wellington Conservation Board Annual Report 2007-2008
Catchpool and Orongorongo Valleys Survey
Vehicle access at Lake Heron
Te Maraeroa Flat, Little Barrier Island: Heritage assessment
Motukorea/Browns Island archaeological landscape: Heritage assessment
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Funding is available for community groups who want to undertake restoration projects on public land. Click on the image to find out more about the fund and how to apply.
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