World Fish Migration Day

Update:
DOC's priority is to support New Zealand in stopping the spread of COVID-19 and saving lives.

New Zealanders are being told to stay home to break the chain of community transmission of this deadly virus. DOC facilities and offices are closed, and tracks and national parks are out of bounds.

Recreation in the great outdoors needs to be put on hold as the country goes into lockdown for the next four weeks.

All hunters and fishers should stay at home while New Zealand is at COVID-19 Alert Level 4. Coastguard New Zealand is also asking people not to go out on the water during the lockdown period to avoid putting themselves or Coastguard volunteers in harm’s way.

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Come and meet our fabulous freshwater fish

Can you beat free fun with something for all the family? Join us to celebrate World Fish Migration Day, a global event to learn about the importance of open rivers and migratory fish. Lots of freshwater fish experts will be on hand to show you some of our fabulous freshwater fish, what is special about them, and how they need to move within our rivers, and to and from the sea! There will be lots of games and activities for all – come on down to our amazing library and join in the fun.

Why don’t you check out what else we have on this week to celebrate our fishy friends! More events to be added soon!