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Young people running and jumping on grass.
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Love heading out on the water? Play your part and check the new marine protection rules which are helping to support the special sea life and ecosystems in this area.

Some forests feel full of life; others seem bare. The difference often comes down to selective browsing by introduced deer and goats.

Kākāpō adoptions are a special way to support the conservation of this taonga species. You can adopt a kākāpō for yourself or as a gift.

Kiwis everywhere are helping nature bounce back – in our backyards, communities and even from our couches. Join the Always Be Naturing movement and be part of the change.

The 2026 Royal Cam chick needs a name. Submissions have now closed. We'll announce the chick's official name and prize winners on 19 June 2026

Get involved in volunteer activities around the country.

A second New Zealand sea lion/pakake pup has been killed on a southern coastal road this month, prompting an urgent call from DOC to drivers to be vigilant.

Takahē are roaming at the base of Onetahua Farewell Spit in Golden Bay after eight were moved there this week.

Kākāriki karaka/orange fronted parakeet parents Nacho and Trixie have only been together since 2024, but since then they’ve produced 55 chicks - 33 this season alone.

A lucky humpback whale that freed itself from entanglement with a crayfish pot line is a reminder for fishers to set up their pots and lines carefully.