Conservation Land at Risk

New maps reveal which conservation lands could be sold or exchanged under the controversial Conservation Amendment Bill, potentially impacting up to 60% of current protected areas—except national parks. The bill, passed in its first reading, grants the Conservation Minister more control over land disposal and introduces access fees, while also proposing new funding via levies and land sales. While some see economic benefits and improved conservation funding, groups like Forest & Bird warn it could erode public access and threaten biodiversity, especially in popular recreation zones. Public feedback ends July 2nd, as debates intensify over balancing conservation with development. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a0350477fcbdf79c