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Forest ice cream: what deer and goats eat first 

Department of Conservation —  27/05/2026 — 6 Comments

Some forests feel full of life; others seem bare. The difference often comes down to selective browsing by introduced deer and goats.

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Meat the G.O.A.T

Department of Conservation —  25/09/2025

Wild goat meat is some the best there is. Even though it’s not high up on the typical hunters target species, wild goat provides good eating. Here are some tasty recipes!

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Ruahine Forest Park: A Collaborative Path to Restoration

Department of Conservation —  23/05/2025

Ruahine Forest Park is home to precious taonga species, yet the ecosystems here are under pressure from browsing wild deer. But a new approach is taking root—one that brings communities, iwi, hunters and conservationists together to restore this cherished place. 

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7 top tips for hanging out with wildlife this summer

Department of Conservation —  26/12/2023

7 top tips for hanging out with wildlife this summer – Be a good kiwi and help keep our land clean and free from harm.

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In Animal pests, Camping, Freshwater, Great Walks, Hunting, Huts, Lead the Way, National parks, Native animals, Native plants, Recreation, Walking/hiking/tramping , , , , ,
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Goat hunting competitoon from NZDA in Waikato

Top 5 Goat Hunting Safety Tips

Department of Conservation —  19/10/2023

Getting out after goats is just like any hunt, a little preparation can go a long way towards success. The NZ Mountain Safety Council has a range of safety tips to ensure a successful goat hunt, here are their top 5.

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