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Protecting our way of life

Protecting the environment and the people who live and work in it, for a better way of life.

What's happening

Consent has been declined for The Vines subdivision in Richmond, south of Nelson.

Public submissions are open on a marine consent application for decommissioning the Tui oil field.

A year after its launch, our Mātauranga Framework is now being fully implemented into our work.

A total ban on methyl bromide fumigation aboard ships is part of a comprehensive suite of new rules.

Find out how to keep yourself, your whānau, our communities and environment safe around chemicals.

We’re connecting with New Zealanders to hear what's important to them when it comes to the environment.

Wai Tūwhera o te Taiao connects communities with science and their local environment, through exploration and discovery.

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