New ZealandMore than 100 DoC staff likely to lose jobsThe Department of Conservation have confirmed more than 100 staff are likely to lose their jobs as part of a restructuring process.30 Aug 02:31 AM
New ZealandUgly campaign may save kakapoThe native kakapo, one of the most endangered species in the world, has been named on a list of the ugliest animals in the world. The reason? Conservation.28 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandStockton Plateau rehabilitation slammedForest and Bird says efforts to rehabilitate the Stockton Plateau after open-cast coalmining has missed the point, with bright green grass sown rather than restoring the natural tussock landscape.28 Jul 01:09 AM
New ZealandCommissioner: Use more 1080Forest & Bird has backed renewed calls by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment for more use of 1080 poison to protect native species on conservation land.17 Jul 03:07 AM
Travel4 of the best island treasuresOnly minutes away in the Hauraki Gulf are plenty of sanctuaries for animals - and humans.12 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandPhoto recall: Greener island a tribute to hard workOne hand on his hip and another around a dying pohutukawa tree branch, Jim Henry was in no doubt of the job ahead of him and his team of Department of Conservation staff.08 Jun 05:30 PM
New ZealandCoast's whale tragediesThree dead whales have washed up on West Coast beaches in as many days.03 Jun 05:43 AM
New ZealandRare visitor fatally shotA pelican - one of only 20 believed to be in the country - has been found shot dead on the banks of the Waikato River.25 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandHeli-hunting ban about 'fairness'The heli-hunting season on Department of Conservation land ends in late July and it is quite likely to be the last.14 May 11:23 PM
New ZealandUnder new managementAt Rotoiti in Nelson Lakes National Park, thriving beech forest alive with birdsong and well-used tracks point to the kind of conservation partnership the Department of Conservation hopes can take root throughout its vast estate.10 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandDoC cuts mean fewer specialistsSome of the Department of Conservation's most valued staff have become endangered species under the state agency's radical reorganisation to combat lack of money.10 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandDoC reveals final job loss numbersA restructure and the loss of more than 70 full-time roles from DoC will have a negative impact on the environment, conservation advocates say.07 May 04:07 AM
New ZealandGreen Party calls to put off DOC restructureThe Green Party is calling for the restructuring of the Department of Conservation to be put on hold.04 May 04:54 AM
New ZealandDoC job cuts scaled back after budget top-upA last minute Budget top up for the Department of Conservation is likely to mean only 80 staff will lose their jobs.29 Apr 05:32 AM
OpinionAl Morrison: DoC working with business to benefit countryWe are looking for partners so that we can grow the overall resource that is committed to conservation, writes Al Morrison, director general of the Department of Conservation.15 Apr 05:30 PM
TourismNational appeal to help DoC gets underwayA national appeal to help a cash strapped government department will get underway today.10 Apr 08:29 PM
TourismDoC cuts alarm tourism operatorsA tourist industry group is worried about the impact of cuts at the Department of Conservation while another organisation says more charging for visitors is inevitable.09 Apr 05:30 PM
OpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: Conservation changes a hard sell for NationalClaire Trevett says when it comes to delivering bad news about the fauna and flora of NZ, the same advice applies as to tramping near fairy tern nesting sites: tread with meticulous care.29 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandViolent criminal to walk out of prisonA violent criminal will walk out of Mount Eden Prison this week to the frustration of one of his victims who are still suffering from the attack.26 Mar 06:28 PM
New ZealandPrice rise for parks not onIncreasing the price of using national parks has been ruled out by the Department of Conservation as a way of making money.26 Mar 05:50 PM
New ZealandDoC announces 140 jobs to be axedThe Department of Conservation will axe 140 jobs and reduce the number of conservancy regions in a department-wide shake-up.25 Mar 10:59 PM
New ZealandDoC replacing Rob Roy glacier swing bridgeThe Department of Conservation is planning to replace the swing bridge on the walking track leading to the Roy Roy glacier in the Mt Aspiring National Park.25 Mar 09:03 PM
New ZealandDoC losses could affect endangered speciesThere is concern more of New Zealand's endangered species will be lost if job losses go ahead at the Department of Conservation.25 Mar 06:10 PM
New ZealandPM defends DoC job cutsExpected job losses at the Department of Conservation are not expected to cut too deep into frontline positions, Prime Minister John Key says.25 Mar 06:17 AM
