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.
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Associated Ministers
- Mahara Okeroa - Associate Minister
- Steve Chadwick - Minister
8 August, 2008
New pragmatic approach to deer farms
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
Te Arapiki O Tawhaki Track Opening
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
First opportunity to explore restored forest
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
New marine reserve on Capital's doorstep
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
1080 an effective tool to protect native wildlife
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
New reserve on significant historic site
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
Hunters contributing to conservation
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
Recreational hunting in New Zealand
Speech by Conservation Minister to the New Zealand Deerstalkers Association conference
Read full speech >>15 July, 2008
Botanist wins NZ’s premier conservation award
Nelson botanist and conservationist Shannel Courtney will be awarded one of New Zealand’s oldest conservation awards.
Read full release >>11 July, 2008
New coastal policy board member appointed
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
New members appointed to key conservation body
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick today announced new appointments to the New Zealand Conservation Authority.
Read full release >>2 July, 2008
Recovery and protection of Moko skinks a priority
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
Success at saving Skinks
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
Saving the grand and Otago Skinks
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
NZ hopeful for future of IWC
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
NZ and Chile to collaborate on conservation issues
New Zealand and Chile have agreed to work together on new conservation projects.
Read full release >>27 June, 2008
Call for submissions for Marine Mammal Sanctuaries
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
Scientific Permits: 60th Meeting of the International Whaling Commission
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
NZ remains strongly opposed to ‘scientific’ whaling
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
NZ welcomes major breakthrough on future of IWC
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
Positive start to IWC meeting
Good progress has already been made towards negotiating new processes for the International Whaling Commission (IWC).
Read full release >>24 June, 2008
Whalewatching Statement: 60th Meeting of the International Whaling Commission
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
Opening Statement: 60th Meeting of the International Whaling Commission
This year’s IWC has the potential to be important for the future of the organisation.
Read full speech >>21 June, 2008
IWC meeting critical opportunity for progress
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
Government boosts funding for pest management
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
New eco village an asset for Marlborough Sounds
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
Keep it simple on World Environment Day
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
Dolphins to benefit from further protection
New measures to increase protection of the unique Hector’s and Maui’s dolphins
Read full release >>26 May, 2008
Conservation Minister departs for biodiversity meeting
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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