News - Tagged with Conservation

Regional council must act on deadly botulism outbreaks

An outbreak of avian botulism in Waikato’s Whangamarino wetland that has killed thousands of waterfowl including some rare indigenous species is yet another wake-up call for urgent action, says Fish...

Posted in Hunting, Environment; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 14 days ago by Richie Cosgrove

River guardians back in the water

Fish & Game has launched a diving programme to monitor New Zealand’s trout populations and assess the health of the nation’s waterways.

Posted in National; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 32 days ago by Richie Cosgrove

Proposed law turns back on Kiwi way of life

People who enjoy the outdoors for recreation, fishing and hunting will lose rights under the Natural and Built Environments Bill.

Posted in Environment, National; Tagged Conservation Posted 58 days ago by Richie Cosgrove

Call to Halt Decline of Wetlands Ahead of World Wetlands Day

New Zealanders are being encouraged to consider creating and preserving wetlands to help halt the decline of these threatened habitats across the country.

Posted in Environment, National; Tagged Conservation Posted 2 months ago by Richie Cosgrove

Corina Jordan lands ‘dream’ role as New Zealand Fish and Game Council chief executive

New Zealand Fish and Game Council has appointed Corina Jordan to the position of chief executive.

Posted in National; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 10 months ago by Bruce Quirey

Every Wetland Counts

Eleven organisations call for doubling wetland extent by 2050

Posted in National; Tagged Conservation Fresh Water Posted 14 months ago by Richie Cosgrove

Manchurian wild rice could trick you

Duck hunting gets you out along the waterways and in among some of the plants that like wet feet.

Posted in Hunting, Environment; Tagged game bird Conservation Posted 15 months ago by Richie Cosgrove

Fish & Game Supports Calls for Forestry Re-Focus

Fish & Game NZ is supporting calls for an urgent rethink on the rapid proliferation of exotic forests currently being supported by central government, and instead, refocus on native plantings...

Posted in Environment, National; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 16 months ago by Richie Cosgrove

Takitakitoa wetland impresses trustees

“The best bang for your buck” is how Game Bird Habitat Trust Chairperson Andy Tannock described Takitakitoa Wetland on Saturday morning.

Posted in National; Tagged Conservation game bird stamp Posted 3 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Precautionary Closure to Upper Tekapo Canal Trout Fishery

Angler concern over the sustainability of one of the world’s best “trophy” trout fisheries will lead to a precautionary closure during the 2021 winter fishing season.

Posted in Fishing; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Fishing Posted 3 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Mallards explore the South Pacific

Two intrepid New Zealand mallard ducks have turned up on the small New Caledonian island of Lifou.

Posted in Hunting; Tagged game bird Conservation Posted 3 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

New Zealanders deserve fresh, clean water - Govt needs to deliver

Today's Government announcement has the potential to fix New Zealand's freshwater pollution crisis - but only if the right options are selected, Fish & Game New Zealand Chief Executive Martin...

Posted in National, Environment; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 4 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

“A great day for outdoor lovers, conservation and the environment” - Fish and Game welcomes the halt

Fish and Game is welcoming the government’s move to end tenure review of the South Island high country, saying the controversial process has cost New Zealanders dearly.

Posted in Environment, National; Tagged Conservation Fresh Water Posted 4 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Water pollution is now New Zealanders’ Number One Concern

Pollution of our rivers and lakes is worrying New Zealanders more than any other issue, according to just-released public opinion poll results.

Posted in Environment, National; Tagged Conservation Posted 4 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

“The wait is over” Fish & Game welcomes Government’s plan to improve water quality

Fish and Game is welcoming the government’s just announced plan to tackle water quality, saying such action is well overdue.

Posted in National; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 4 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Illegal dumps – another regional council failure

Fish & Game is calling for an urgent nationwide audit of illegal rural dumps following a report revealing thousands of farmers may be breaking the law by burning or burying...

Posted in National, Environment; Tagged Conservation Posted 5 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Water Pollution Remains Major Concern For New Zealanders

Pollution of our rivers and lakes is one of New Zealanders’ top two concerns, according to public opinion poll results.

Posted in Environment, National; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 5 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Fonterra confirms industrial dairying now unsustainable

Fish & Game is welcoming Fonterra’s first ever sustainability report in 16 years on its environmental performance, saying it shows the corporate dairy giant is scrambling to respond to public...

Posted in National; Tagged Conservation Posted 5 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Fish & Game salutes outgoing Parliamentary Commissioner for Environment

Fish & Game New Zealand is paying tribute to outgoing Parliamentary Commission for the Environment, Dr Jan Wright, saying her time in the role has benefitted all New Zealanders.

Posted in National; Tagged Fresh Water Conservation Posted 5 years ago by Richie Cosgrove

Rethink needed on waterway fencing requirements

New research on keeping stock out of rivers and streams requires an urgent and radical rethink of the current national riparian fencing strategy, according to Fish & Game.

Posted in National; Tagged Conservation Posted 5 years ago

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