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No space for an undemocratic Fast-track Bill

‘We must closely guard the welfare of our national parks and reserves. These should not be regarded as the property of our minister or the […]

Keeping an eye on the sale of Matangi station, a recreational jewel in Central Otago

The Matangi station, a private property with wonderful recreational opportunities, is a tussock-cloaked landscape jewel located close to Alexandra, Central Otago. The station […]

FMC is appealing the High Court’s decision in the case of Griffin Creek hydro scheme

Federated Mountain Clubs (FMC) is taking the next step to protect Griffin Creek, a unique West Coast river, from excessive and unnecessary use […]

Department of Conservation pauses fire alarms rollout after concerns raised by FMC

The Department of Conservation has announced that plans to roll out heat detectors to all backcountry huts with six or more bunks have […]

2023 FMC Expedition Scholarship and Training Grant recipients announced

The recipients of the 2023 FMC Expedition Scholarships have been announced:

Simon Bell Memorial Expedition Scholarship

Monique Bon, Wellington Tramping and Mountaineering Club, for an expedition into […]

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