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New Zealand reclassifies 80% of West Coast stewardship land, protecting 300,000 hectares and honoring Ngāi Tahu culture.
New Zealand’s government has finalized reclassification of about 80% of stewardship land on the West Coast, ending a four-year process and resolving decades of uncertainty for farmers, miners, and conservationists.
Over 300,000 hectares gained special protection under the Conservation Act, and 193,000 hectares were designated as reserves, including a new 181,000-hectare historic reserve honoring Ngāi Tahu culture.
Six areas, including sites linked to past mining disasters, will be reviewed for national park status.
Mining rights remain intact on 0.04% of conservation land, subject to strict evaluations.
Grazing and public access are preserved, with farmers seeking longer licence terms.
The final decisions follow extensive consultation and will be informed by Department of Conservation advice.
Nueva Zelanda reclasifica el 80% de las tierras de administración de la Costa Oeste, protegiendo 300.000 hectáreas y honrando la cultura Ngāi Tahu.