Jobs at DOC |

Matariki and Puanga: The Māori New Year

Department of Conservation — 09/07/2026 — Leave a comment

Matariki and Puanga are stars that sit in the night sky together to signal the start of the Māori new year for different iwi.

Department of Conservation — 08/07/2026 — 1 Comment

DOC ranger Tim Groenendijk has a unique role, he’s ensuring that the heritage of the Lower North Island region is maintained for future generations.

Department of Conservation — 11/06/2026

Crawling around in the dirt on the forest floor isn’t something I’ve done a lot of, but that’s because I’ve never snailed before!

In Jobs at DOC, Native animals Powelliphanta, Snailing

Department of Conservation — 01/05/2026

Peaks and pits from a six-week trip working on various aspects of the Maukahuka / Auckland Island Restoration project.

Department of Conservation — 27/04/2026

A team of DOC staff and Love Our Huts and Tracks volunteers recently had a great trip to refresh Ada Pass Hut in the Lewis Pass Scenic Reserve.

In Huts, Jobs at DOC, Recreation, Volunteers