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26 Kiwi to be Released on Motuihe Is

Wednesday, 10 March 2010 11:43

Motuihe Island in Auckland’s Hauraki Gulf Marine Park is set to welcome the largest and final group of up to 26 endangered little spotted kiwi this week.

The kiwi will travel from Kapiti Island, joining the original 14 birds released last year to make a population of 40 breeding adults.

Pup to Help Save Kiwi

In the News

Friday, 05 March 2010 09:17

A new dog has joined the Department of Conservation’s (DOC) rowi kiwi team to help save this critically endangered species.

Starting young—from about eight weeks of age—Rein is a very enthusiastic Hungarian Vizsla, brought on board by DOC in Franz Josef to find rowi without the use of transmitters.

9 - 13 March - Motuihe Island Kiwi Release

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Thursday, 04 March 2010 11:42

9, 10, 11 and 13 March 2010
Kiwi Release on Motuihe Island

Join in a rare experience to see little spotted kiwi being released onto Motuihe Island.

Okarito Fires REWARD offered

In the News

Tuesday, 16 February 2010 08:16

Following last week’s spate of deliberately lit fires in the Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary, concerned local individuals and businesses have posted a reward for information that will lead to a conviction of the offender.

A total of $5600 has been pledged and the figure is expected to climb.

15-16 Apr 2010 : National Kiwi Hui

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Friday, 29 January 2010 12:53

15th - 16th April 2010
National Kiwi Hui 2010 - First announcement

Calling all kiwi practitioners! The kiwi hui is a great opportunity to come together and discuss what is happening in the kiwi world at large and network with people that share a common goal in saving our precious national icon!

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