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Vision, role overview and statutory mandate

New Zealand government crest.

Find out about DOC's vision, role and statutory mandate.

Legislation

Morepork. Photo copyright: Ketzal Sterling (DOC USE ONLY).

Information on the Conservation Act, National Parks Act and other key legislation guiding DOC's work.

Visitor statistics & research

Visitors, some filling out survey forms, Anchorage Hut, Abel Tasman National Park. Image: Andy Dennis.

Find information on surveys and research results on visitor use.

Policies & plans

Southern rata tree, Enderby Island, Auckland Islands. Image: Andrew Maloney.

View information on the policies and plans that provide the framework for DOC's activities.

Maps

Screenshot of DOCgis

View DOC's range of interactive mapping tools, as well as maps of conservation areas managed by the Department.

Māori

Maori carvings, Lake Taupo.

DOC works with iwi and hapū in most aspects of our conservation efforts.

International

Antipodean Wandering albatross flying, Antipodes Islands. Image: Tui De Roy.

The New Zealand government is signatory to a number of international agreements that impact on DOC's work.

Statutory & advisory bodies

Members of the Otago Conservation Board enjoy the interpretative walk at Mount Alta, near Queesnstown. Image: Rachel Barton.

DOC provides policy advice and service to Ministers and to a range of statutory bodies.

Highlights:

Everyone has a role to play in conservation

Watch this video to find out about the wide range of people who are getting involved and working with DOC to look after our special places, plants and animals.

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Publications

Publications about DOC's role

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NZCA and Conservation Boards