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Our region's most stunning natural feature is our coastline and harbours.
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We have a number of roles when it comes for caring for our coast and harbours.
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We monitor the coast in a range of areas such as swimming water quality, estuary health and coastal hazards.
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A long-term programme to inspire and inform better decisions for a world without litter.
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Find out what aquaculture is and how it is managed in Northland.
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