Tag: Department of Conservation
Marine Protection Act “a big change”
How will the new Hauraki Gulf Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act impact the Hauraki Gulf?
The Department of Conservation has been addressing this question in...
Recreational fishers to protest new Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Act
Recreational fishers are rallying for a peaceful protest against the new Marine Protection Act, which prohibits them from fishing in protected areas of the...
DOC want public feedback on Stony Batter proposal
The Department of Conservation is opening public consultations on a proposal that would see a changing of the guard at Stony Batter Historic Reserve,...
Dynamic duo tackle island’s stoats
The island now has its very own stoat detection team, with Te Korowai o Waiheke duo Tilde Sorensen and her sprightly springer spaniel Parker...
Native bird numbers take flight
Waiheke’s bird count numbers have soared again, with Te Korowai o Waiheke’s annual five-minute bird counting session showing a 76 percent rise in native...
Recessions come and go: extinction is forever
As well as writing editorials, I’m lucky enough to review books for Gulf News’ sister publication, Waiheke Weekender. Just before Christmas, a hefty volume...
Islanders asked to look out for freed pygmy blue whale
There have been no further sightings of the juvenile pygmy blue whale that got itself wedged underneath a wharf on Kawau Island last Monday,...
Wero bounces into action to round up remaining stoats
Pushing through dense bush, Brad Windust and short-haired pointer Wero are on a mission. Their target is between 40 to 80mm in length, it’s...
Warming oceans a disaster for penguins
PENGUIN TIPS
If you find a struggling little penguin, Karen Saunders of Native Bird Rescue advises: “Please call 020 473 9464 for advice so we...
