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Te Mana o te Taiao – Aotearoa New Zealand Biodiversity Strategy (ANZBS) will guide the way New Zealand protects and restores nature. This replaces the Biodiversity Information Online website that ...
Dogs with a DOC permit only. Contact closest DOC office to get a permit. Other pets on conservation land rules. Discover the Outdoors interactive map The track climbs steadily up through beech forest ...
Kōhanga Atawhai – Manson Nicholls Hut sits on the edge of Lake Daniell. You can swim in the shallow lake in the summer or fish for trout. The original hut on this site, Manson-Nicholls Memorial Hut, ...
The grand limestone outcrops of Kura Tāwhiti hold great cultural significance for Ngāi Tahu. Climbers, families, students, scientists and travellers have always been drawn to this spectacular place, ...
No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. After taking in the sights of the two craters on the Crater Lake Walk, continue north and upwards through regenerating native vegetation and past the ...
This opportunity is best in pairs. Apply with a friend or partner. Register your interest by filling out our online application form. If you would like to volunteer at Motuihe Island, contact Motuihe ...
Have you taken a photo that captures the spirit of the Taupō trout fishery? If so, enter our photo competition and be in to win a free Taupō fishing licence. Closing date is Sunday 18 May 2025. A free ...
Take the Wilkies Pools Loop Track from the car park, walking through forest before arriving at the series of pools and cascades scoured out of the lava. Continue past the pools until you come to the ...
No one is allowed in the water within 300 m of a marine mammal. No vessel to approach within 300 m of marine mammals – if your vessel breaches the 300 m rule for a marine mammal you must stop. You ...
This rugged and challenging track passes over some of Northland's highest points and offers occasional views over the surrounding forest and mountain range. Listen to Kokako around the Oraora Saddle.
Begin on the track below the Ngāti Ruanui Stratford Mountain House, turning left at the first junction. Turn right at the next junction on the south bank of the Patea Stream. The track winds uphill ...
No dogs. Other pets on conservation land rules. Starting from the visitor centre, follow the Connett Loop Track and then descend the Ngatoro Loop Track. The track eventually crosses the unbridged ...