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Dog owners: seven simple steps to share the beach

Department of Conservation —  15/11/2018

Beaches are great places to roam with dogs, but uncontrolled dogs can disturb or harm our wildlife. To avoid this, here are some simple steps dog owners can take to lead the way as ambassadors for our wildlife.

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Dogs at beaches: Be a best friend with wildlife

Department of Conservation —  12/09/2018

As Conservation Week approaches, Marine Science Advisor Laura shares tips for managing dogs near wildlife at the beach.

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Volunteers and DOC staff clear a fishing net from the Fiordland coast. Photo: Shirley Whyte ©.

Photo of the week: Volunteers clean up the Fiordland coast

Department of Conservation —  24/06/2015

Volunteers and DOC staff took part in the Fiordland Coastal Cleanup in early June, removing tonnes of rubbish including fishing nets, soccer balls and a pistol.

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