Report
Predator free 2050 5-year action plan
This document outlines how New Zealand plans to become predator free by 2050. The action plan focuses on the work required over the next 5 years (2020–2025) and outlines key near-term outcomes within the six pathways.
Strategy
Kiwi recovery plan 2018–2028
This plan signals an exciting new phase in kiwi conservation, with a focus on protecting kiwi populations in the wild and increasing the populations of all eight kiwi species.
Report
Conservation status of New Zealand indigenous vascular plants, 2017
New Zealand’s plants are facing increasing threats, according to this scientific report published by the Department of Conservation.
Report
Recommendations to the Minister of Conservation and the Minister of Fisheries
The South-East Marine Protection Forum has provided this final report on marine protection on the South Island’s south-east coast to the Ministers of Conservation and Fisheries.
Report
A classification of New Zealand’s terrestrial ecosystems
This study produces a comprehensive terrestrial ecosystem classification by subjectively constructing a heirarchy of perceived key environmental drivers. Introduction: The ecosystem concept is at the centre of international agreements, New Zealand legislation, and modern policy and planning systems that aim to sustainably manage natural resources. All definitions of ecosystems include the concept of the physical...