Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)
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Green invasion: Northland’s fight back against exotic caulerpa
When Cyclone Tam swept across Northland earlier this year, it left behind the usual trail of wind-damage and debris. But in the sheltered waters of Om...
The Exotic Caulerpa threat to Waiheke Island
New Zealand’s pristine waters face a growing threat: the spread of exotic caulerpa, an invasive seaweed that has recently been found around Waiheke Is...
New Marine Protections in the Hauraki Gulf: Balancing Conservation and Commercial Interests
The Hauraki Gulf/Tīkapa Moana is one of New Zealand’s most important marine environments, rich in biodiversity and significant to both recreational us...
Protecting New Zealand’s Waters from Exotic Freshwater Clams
Recent reports from the Ministry of Primary Industries have highlighted a significant threat to our pristine freshwater systems: the invasive Corbicul...