The Department of Conservation’s marine technical advisor, Hannah Hendriks, says DOC has received numerous complaints from the public about boaties and jet skiers getting too close to marine mammals.
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Grounded fishing vessel leaking oil near Shell Bay in Banks Peninsula
A 25m fishing vessel aground at Red Bluff on the southeastern coast of Banks Peninsula was spilling oil near an endangered penguin colony.
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Greens to create Ocean Commission, establish Minister for Oceans
The Green Party is vowing to create an independent Ocean Commission, put a Green Minister for Oceans and Fisheries in charge, and protect 30% of the ocean by 2030.
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New coastal plan for Taranaki to protect marine environment
Taranaki's iconic surf breaks are now legally protected with the signing off of Taranaki Regional Council's Coastal Plan.
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East Coast beach vehicle bylaw comes into effect
The East Coast Beach Vehicle Bylaw has come into effect.
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Controlled Area Notice step in right direction – NRC
The Northland Regional Council says new biosecurity rules for exotic Caulerpa seaweed is a step in the right direction, but much more resourcing and action is urgently needed.
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Greens call on Aotearoa to step up for oceans
The Green Party is celebrating the formal adoption of an historic United Nations Ocean Treaty.
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Watch out for toxic algae in rivers and streams
It’s that time of year when toxic algae is starting to show up again in some of Marlborough’s rivers and streams.
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New app to help protect Aoteroa wildlife
MAUI63 and Microsoft have announced the launch of a new app to help protect Aotearoa's whales, dolphins, and seals.
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Travel clean and pest-free on the waterways this summer
Marlborough District Council is reminding boaties and other water users to clean their gear while out on the water this summer.
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