New Zealand opens five marine reserves with groundbreaking Māori co-management

Aug 31, 2026 - 16:00
New Zealand opens five marine reserves with groundbreaking Māori co-management

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Five new marine reserves now shield 308 square kilometers of Otago's stunning coastline, ensuring that vital marine habitats receive full no-take protection. The decision-making power for these waters will be a shared responsibility between Kāi Tahu and the government, creating a pioneering governance model that blends Indigenous stewardship with official conservation systems. This initiative has the potential to revolutionise marine protection efforts throughout New Zealand.

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