Sika deer project to benefit hunting and conservation

Sika deer project to benefit hunting and conservation

A proposal being developed by the hunting sector for a science-based management programme for sika deer in the Kaimanawa and Kaweka Forest Parks is said to benefit both hunting and conservation The programme is led by the Central North Island Sika Foundation with...
Sanford fined for bottom trawling in restricted area

Sanford fined for bottom trawling in restricted area

Commercial fishing company Sanford Limited has been ordered to forfeit a $20 million vessel and fined $36,000 for bottom trawling in a Benthic Protect Area, west of Stewart Island. Benthic Protected Areas are closed to protect marine biological life susceptible to...
Dozens of whales stranded at Farewell Spit

Dozens of whales stranded at Farewell Spit

Fifty pilot whales were confirmed stranded by Project Jonah New Zealand after the organisation was notified of a potential stranding at Farewell Spit this morning. Trained medics have been mobilized and will be providing first aid help to the whales on the beach,...
Pureora Forest Park Hunting Competition back for 2021

Pureora Forest Park Hunting Competition back for 2021

After the cancellation of the 2020 competition due to the COVID-19 nationwide lockdown, the annual Pureora Forest Park Hunting Competition will return for 2021, marking the 33rd year the event has been held. The popular competition, managed by the Department of...