Every year, our furry friends injure and kill hundreds of native and endangered coastal species. Many marine mammals and sea birds such as seals, kororā and red-billed gulls are under threat due to attacks by cats and dogs. That’s prompted the Department of Conservation to launch a campaign aimed at protect our native species. Rayssa Almeida […]
“A penguin from Auckland’s Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium has become the first of its kind to undergo cataract surgery in New Zealand. Cardi, a seven-year-old gentoo penguin, underwent the surgery on April 29, after developing vision-blocking cataracts in both eyes….. Since her recovery, the sea life team have noticed a change in Cardi’s confidence. “She no […]
A new, highly pathogenic form of avian flu has been sweeping through wild bird populations across the Northern hemisphere. The unprecedented levels of mortality seen in some species of seabirds have left conservationists extremely concerned about the disease’s long-term impacts. As we emerge from the most devastating impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, another pandemic has been […]
“Dogs are renowned for their ability to identify and track objects by scent. Now it’s been revealed they enhance this talent with special brain structures that link it to how they see. A study published this month in the Journal of Neuroscience revealed that vision and the sense of smell are connected in the brains of […]
“Building an intergenerational business for New Zealand”
We are committed to becoming a world leader in critical minerals that advance the shift toward a sustainable future. As we work towards achieving this, we will build a resilient business that benefits our company, the West Coast, and New Zealand for generations to come.
