12 August, 2008
Slow recovery for some whale species, still far to go
Some large whale species are slowly recovering, but there is still a long way to go before these populations can be considered safe.
Read full release >>12 August, 2008
Some large whale species are slowly recovering, but there is still a long way to go before these populations can be considered safe.
Read full release >>8 August, 2008
A new pragmatic approach to the regulation of deer farms will reduce administrative costs for farmers and enable the Department of Conservation to focus its efforts on keeping parts of New Zealand free of wild deer.
Read full release >>7 August, 2008
Speech by Minister of Conservation Steve Chadwick at the opening of the Te Arapiki O Tawhaki Track at Pukaha Mt Bruce, Mt Bruce, Wairarapa
Read full speech >>7 August, 2008
A new walking track at Pukaha Mt Bruce means locals and visitors can for the first time explore the largest remnant of the once magnificent 70 mile Wairarapa forest, Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick said today.
Read full release >>31 July, 2008
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick today announced the establishment of a new marine reserve on Wellington’s scenic south coast.
Read full release >>30 July, 2008
Aerial 1080 remains an effective tool for protecting New Zealand’s native wildlife, Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick said today.
Read full release >>23 July, 2008
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick today announced the creation of a new historic reserve in Manukau City. The new reserve includes the archaeologically valuable Matukuturua Stonefields and the remains of the volcanic cone Matukutureia (McLaughlin’s Mountain).
Read full release >>19 July, 2008
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick last night thanked members of the New Zealand Deerstalkers’ Association (NZDA) for their contribution to conservation.
Read full release >>18 July, 2008
Speech by Conservation Minister to the New Zealand Deerstalkers Association conference
Read full speech >>15 July, 2008
Nelson botanist and conservationist Shannel Courtney will be awarded one of New Zealand’s oldest conservation awards.
Read full release >>11 July, 2008
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick has appointed Environment Court Commissioner Kathryn Edmonds to the Board of Inquiry on the Proposed New Zealand Coastal Policy Statement.
Read full release >>3 July, 2008
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick today announced new appointments to the New Zealand Conservation Authority.
Read full release >>2 July, 2008
The Department of Conservation (DOC) is working closely with iwi, the local council and the Whangamata Marina Society to protect Moko skinks in Whangamata.
Read full release >>1 July, 2008
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick today announced a major conservation management and research breakthrough with grand and Otago skinks, and a captive breeding programme with Otago Skinks, aimed at securing the genetic diversity of the species.
Read full release >>1 July, 2008
New Zealand’s largest and most threatened lizards are only found in the schist tor and tussock country of inland Otago
Read full speech >>30 June, 2008
New Zealand icautiously optimistic that the agreed path forward for the International Whaling Commission can solve some of the longstanding conflicts between IWC members
Read full release >>27 June, 2008
New Zealand and Chile have agreed to work together on new conservation projects.
Read full release >>27 June, 2008
A Notice of Intention to establish four new marine mammal sanctuaries was announced today by Acting Conservation Minister Mahara Okeroa. The public have until 23 July to make a written submission on the proposals.
Read full release >>25 June, 2008
New Zealand welcomes the report of the Scientific Committee on Japan’s Special Permit whaling in the Southern Ocean.
Read full speech >>25 June, 2008
New Zealand remains strongly opposed to so-called scientific whaling, Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick today told the 60th meeting of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) in Santiago, Chile.
Read full release >>25 June, 2008
New Zealand has welcomed a major breakthrough at the 60th meeting of the International Whaling Commission (IWC), Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick said today.
Read full release >>24 June, 2008
Good progress has already been made towards negotiating new processes for the International Whaling Commission (IWC).
Read full release >>24 June, 2008
New Zealand has always been a strong supporter of the work of the International Whaling Commission and the Scientific Committee on whalewatching.
Read full speech >>23 June, 2008
This year’s IWC has the potential to be important for the future of the organisation.
Read full speech >>21 June, 2008
Next week’s meeting of the International Whaling Commission (IWC) is a critical opportunity for the organisation to move forward towards operating as an effective international body.
Read full release >>12 June, 2008
Wilding pines, gorse and broom, rabbits, goats and possums are among the pests to be targeted across the country as a result of the recent funding boost for Regional Pest Management Strategies (RPMS).
Read full release >>6 June, 2008
A new sustainable community-developed accommodation complex is an asset for the Marlborough Sounds and will be enjoyed by locals and visitors.
Read full release >>5 June, 2008
Tree planting is a simple and effective way for people throughout the country to get involved and contribute to solutions on World Environment Day.
Read full release >>29 May, 2008
New measures to increase protection of the unique Hector’s and Maui’s dolphins
Read full release >>26 May, 2008
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick departs for Germany today to discuss global efforts to halt the unprecedented loss of biodiversity that poses a major threat to plant and animal life around the world.
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