Conservation Minister Tama Potaka announced a $4.5 million funding boost for QEII National Trust to support partnerships with landowners in creating protected areas under covenants. The Trust has a successful track record in safeguarding biodiversity habitats, with a focus on lowland and coastal zones, protecting 187,000ha of land over 50 years. Additional funding of $5.8 million annually for the next three years will benefit the Trust and Maungatautari Ecological Island Trust Sanctuary, ensuring continued conservation efforts for New Zealand’s native species.
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Police cordon off street in Ponsonby, workers told ‘not to touch anything’
A homicide investigation is underway after a body was found in Freemans Bay, Auckland, around 10pm on Renall St. Police have a suspect in custody and are not seeking anyone else, while a scene examination continues and an increased police presence is noted in the area. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: A person was found dead in a house in Auckland, and the police are trying to find out what happened. Want More...
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