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West Coast Blue Penguin Trust Newsletter, Spring 2012.
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Westland Petrels at Punakaiki - TVNZ video
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26 September 12, 9:21 AM

Blue Penguin Trust to build penguin proof fence along State Highway 6 at Punakaiki
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23 April 12, 11:21 AM

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"This was a fantastic experience with exceptional views had of two pairs of Okarito kiwis, . . ."

Paul James,
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What's happening?

21

Jul

2009

Official launch of Birding West Coast Tuesday 21 July
Birding West Coast is being launched on the West Coast Tuesday 21 July and aims to get visitors staying longer in the region by promoting its unique bird-watching experiences.

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Top News from Stuff

21

May

2013

Kakapo world's most-loved species: poll

Step aside tigers, wolves, and elephants - a rare New Zealand parrot is officially the world's most loved species.

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