The Pike29 Memorial Track officially opened today with mountain bikers and walkers set to use it for the first time tomorrow. <img src='https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2402/b81d2ded34118f58d370.jpeg' width='720' height='540'> Pike River Family Members After .
Owners who prevent their dogs from roaming can sleep easier knowing their dog isn’t in danger. Save the Kiwi and the Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai are joining forces to encourage dog owners to make a pledge to prevent their dogs from roaming. .
The Awarua-Waituna Wetlands near Invercargill have incredible ecological and cultural value, but, as World Wetlands Day approaches, a concerning algal bloom illustrates wetland vulnerability. World Wetlands Day is celebrated each year on February 2. .
DOC is urging people to do their ‘due diligence’ before buying a pet red-eared slider turtle, as they pose a serious threat to native freshwater plants and animals if abandoned. <img src='https://img.scoop.co.nz/stories/images/2402/9e5e456c21fab5d8adee.jpeg' .
Areas of public conservation land in the Hakatere, St James, and Molesworth, in the eastern South Island will temporarily close to motorised vehicles due to high fire risk. The restrictions aim to reduce the risk of vehicles including 4WDs accidentally .