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Auckland Museum exhibition dives into shark science, myths and conservation
Auckland Museum's Sharks exhibition explores hundreds of species in NZ waters, busting myths and highlighting the conservation challenges these creatures face.
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How boaters can help stop the spread of exotic caulerpa around NZ
Learn how boaters can help stop exotic caulerpa spreading in NZ waters. Know the rules, inspect your gear, and report sightings to Biosecurity New Zealand.
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Bay of Plenty shellfish warning extended from Mount Maunganui to Maketu
A shellfish gathering ban is in place from Mount Maunganui to Maketu due to paralytic shellfish toxins. Boaties and beachgoers should check before heading out.
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Paralytic shellfish toxin closes Maketu to Waihi Beach for recreational gathering
Paralytic shellfish toxin has closed Maketu to Waihi Beach for recreational gathering. Learn which species are affected and what symptoms to watch for.
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Southland seas warming faster than almost anywhere else in NZ, threatening fisheries
Waters around Southland are warming faster than almost anywhere else in NZ, raising serious concerns for coastal fisheries, marine ecosystems, and habitats.
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Marlin bycatch decision due this week after 22,000 submissions flood fisheries process
Over 22,000 submissions flood the fisheries process as New Zealand awaits a decision on marlin bycatch limits. Here is what recreational fishers need to know.
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Whangapoua and Mangonui harbours declared free of Mediterranean fanworm
Whangapoua and Mangonui harbours are now Mediterranean fanworm-free. Learn how early action and hull hygiene made eradication possible for NZ boaties.
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How every boatie can help stop invasive marine pests spreading in NZ waters
Exotic caulerpa and hull fouling threaten NZ waters. Learn what every boatie can do to stop invasive marine pests spreading and keep our coastline healthy.
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Mediterranean fanworm found across NZ waters from Northland to Lyttelton
Mediterranean fanworm has been confirmed in NZ from Northland to Lyttelton. Learn where it's been found and why boaties should take this marine pest seriously.
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Public tip-off leads DOC to fishing boats inside Abel Tasman marine reserves
DOC is seeking witnesses after two boats were spotted breaching marine reserve rules at Abel Tasman. Call 0800 DOC HOT to report suspicious activity.
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BNZ Foundation and Live Ocean commit $600k to protect black petrels in Hauraki Gulf
BNZ Foundation and Live Ocean commit $600,000 to protect endangered black petrels in the Hauraki Gulf, funding research and GPS tracking of chicks migrating across the Pacific.
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Aotearoa Ocean Racing to test harakeke composites aboard IMOCA in next Ocean Race campaign
Aotearoa Ocean Racing partners with KiwiFibre to test harakeke-based composites on their IMOCA ahead of The Ocean Race 2027 Auckland stopover.
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