Auckland Council partners with DOC for environment

11:15 AM Wednesday Nov 28, 2012

Auckland Council is officially partnering with the Department of Conservation for the good of the city's environment.

The two organisations have signed an historic memorandum of understanding.

DOC Director-General Al Morrison thinks the strategic partnership is a milestone for the department, saying too many people think conservation is a back-country activity.

He says Auckland needs a healthy environment, because a healthy harbour and vibrant open spaces deliver direct returns through things like recreation and tourism.

- Newstalk ZB