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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.

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17 November 2025

10 things you should know about the enigmatic eels of Aotearoa 

We asked two of DOC’s biggest eel fans – Brittany Earl, a freshwater ranger and Marine Richarson, a senior science advisor, for their top 10 eel facts. Read on!  

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New marine protections in the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana

New marine protections in the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana

Conservation action is supporting and restoring the waters, sea life and ecosystem of the Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana.

Volunteer for conservation

Volunteer for conservation

Get involved in volunteer activities around the country.

Donate to nature

Donate to nature

New Zealand's special wildlife and ecosystems are facing serious threats, and more action is needed to save it.

Do your bit for nature

Do your bit for nature

Discover small ways you can make a big difference for nature.

Media releases

Eggs of interest in latest freshwater fish report

Eggs of interest in latest freshwater fish report

A new report on the conservation status of New Zealand’s freshwater fish is the most comprehensive yet, sharpening focus on the most crucial aspect of fish survival – spawning habitat.

Pause for pakake this summer season

Pause for pakake this summer season

DOC is reminding people to pause for pakake this summer sea lion season.

Wairere Falls between a rock and a good place

Wairere Falls between a rock and a good place

The closure of Wairere Falls Track to address significant safety risks is also an opportunity for DOC to give the popular track a makeover.

Great Walks open for the season as kiwis embrace naturing

Great Walks open for the season as kiwis embrace naturing

All Great Walks across Aotearoa are now officially open for the 2024/25 season.