Department of Conservation

Type

Government

Last Update: March 16, 2023

About us

We are the government agency charged with conserving New Zealand’s natural and historic heritage.
Our purpose is Papatūānuku Thrives.

Our work is guided by Te Kaupapa a Te Papa Atawhai, which outlines our purpose, roles, behaviours, principles and outcomes. See Our purpose and outcomes.

Our outcomes are:

Te ora o Papatūānuku | Healthy nature
Te ora o te Hapori | Thriving communities
Te hunga Atawhai | People who care

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location

New Zealand