… proposals to introduce Herds of Special Interest (HOSI) for pest species on public conservation land set a dangerous … Two HOSI draft herd management plans have been released for public consultation today. The consultation ( wapiti here … two applications for herds of special interest – one for Wapiti red deer in Fiordland National Park from the …

… is asking Inland Revenue Te Tari Taake whether the fines for illegally draining a wetland are also tax deductible, … the department published a "how-to" on claiming expenses for destroying critical habitats. An official IRD tax guide, … & Bird’s Regional Conservation Manager, Scott Burnett. “On one hand, the Government has policies to protect and restore …

… Conservationists are calling for more marine reserves along the Catlins coastline to … pest line checks keep the predator numbers low and remove one threat to our hoiho. It’s tragic putting in this big … two “very underweight” chicks for rehabilitation from one nest.  The second nest was found to have one infertile …

… coal mine progresses. “This sale is a terrible deal – for the environment, and for taxpayers,” says Forest & Bird’s … approval system for mining applications on the West Coast, one that will inevitably lead to a further loss of DOC’s … attempt to bend the rules to enable more toxic mining in one of our most precious places.” BT Mining is set to take …

… today that recommends a Water Conservation Order (WCO) for the entirety of the Ngaruroro River.   The report … freshwater advocate, Tom Kay, says the decision is a win for the health of the river.   Mr Kay says, “Braided rivers … world. While we have several in the South Island, to have one in the North Island of Aotearoa is extremely special.   …

… has been awarded Forest & Bird’s prestigious Old Blue for outstanding service to the Napier branch, including more … Liz has done everything from editing the branch newsletter for 10 years, organising field trips for over three decades, … for their morning tea and a big smile. I’ve only ever had one farmer refuse permission.” She said she puts her hand up …

… W ater C ollection A rea Z ero U ngulates P roject. 7.15pm for a cuppa, start from 7.30pm. Coin koha appreciated.  Event Raffle. We are always on the lookout for new committee members! Get in touch for more info: … and wetlands in Kapiti and Mana that you could find one close to where you live. In Porirua, Pāuatahanui Inlet …

… Coast could soon be sold off to private interests or mined for coal and gold.  The long-running (four-year) review of … the West Coast is set to conclude soon, with Minister for Conservation Tama Potaka poised to take final decisions … that only 12% be added to the existing national parks, one of the highest categories of environmental protection …

… Forest & Bird says the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment’s (PCE’s) report on native birds makes … crisis, with four out of every five native birds heading for extinction. The environmental organisation says the PCE’s … to protect the environment. “The PCE’s recommendations for our native birds include increased and improved predator …

… with more of the community and hopefully get more support for the Ark while we’re at it!” Not all locals are ignorant … to the Ark’s wider volunteer programme. Kay Wight is one of these neighbours. Her home on Scenic Drive is ideally … in and around the Ark. “We want them here for anyone to visit – to listen to their dawn chorus from places like the …

… turquoise waters of the lake. But in early 2018, when I visit, my first view is of diggers at work installing a … new irrigators sit waiting on the Pukaki outwash plain for this work to be completed. As you read this, the water to … of Conservation and Land Information New Zealand.” One contributing factor is a Mackenzie District Plan loophole …

… With a whoosh-whoosh, the kererū has swooped to glory for the first time, in Forest & Bird’s annual Bird of the … is the roundest. “New Zealanders have voted overwhelmingly for change and the kererū pledges to honour this groundswell … (Matuku) 606 24 Bellbird (Korimako) 496 25 Kiwi 489 26 Rock Wren 489 27 Rowi (Okarito Brown Kiwi) 476 28 Tomtit …

… New Zealand’s annual emissions by 10%. Among the topics for discussion at the Australasian Institute of Mining and … “What does New Zealand’s commitment to climate change mean for the future of the coal sector?” Ministerial briefing papers obtained under the OIA show proposals for mining as much as 62 million tonnes of coal on the Buller …

… by rewriting the RMA, while at the same time funding for Conservation, climate change, and environmental … is effectively raiding the Conservation budget to pay for its assault on nature,” says Forest & Bird Group Manager … to initiatives designed to better protect nature – Jobs for Nature, the establishment of the Kermadec Ocean …

… away from teaching to conservation roles by my passion for our environment,” he says. “Particularly our beautiful … Springs before joining the Forest & Bird team in 2021. One of his most enjoyable experiences so far has been meeting … details! This article first appeared in the June 2022 E-news. …