Archives For Matiu Somes Island

The MIQ experience – 149 years ago

Department of Conservation —  20/04/2021

Quarantine may be a hot topic, but it is not new. The heritage on Matiu/Somes island is an important reminder of pandemics past before it became a jewel in our pest free island network.

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Small model DOC hut on Matiu/Somes Island.

Geocaching in Wellington Harbour

Department of Conservation —  15/09/2016

Ranger Lee Barry headed to Matiu/Somes Island to check on the local geocaches ahead of the National Geocaching Challenge, running during Conservation Week (10-18 September).

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Matiu Somes Island.

Photo of the week: Matiu Somes Island — by bike

Department of Conservation —  10/02/2016

Today’s photo is the impressive view of Matiu Somes Island taken during ranger Don Herron’s morning commute to work.

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