#Hawaii State Department of Land and Natural Resources

US House passes ocean bills to protect reefs, marine animals and ecosystems

“Hawai’i’s oceans and coral reefs are in dire need of investment to sustain their future in the face of climate change,” said Suzanne Case, Chair of the  Hawai‘i State Department of Land and Natural Resources.

Barge operator to pay $1.1 million for damaging 15,000 corals in Honolulu Harbor

In May 2021, while dredging Honolulu Harbor, the anchors and cables of a barge operated by Healy Tibbitts Builders broke or damaged more than 15,000 corals and 140 square yards of live rock.

UH Responds to DLNR Independent Review of Maunakea Land Management

The University of Hawaiʻi received the Hawaiʻi State Department of Land of Natural Resources’ independent review of the implementation of the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan. The university acknowledged that the issues surrounding Maunakea are contentious and challenging and that the review will help support and inform its ongoing efforts.

Hawaiʻi Big Tree Competition Taking Nominations

Contest aims to raise awareness about the importance of healthy trees and forests.

Ask the Mayor: Photoshoots on Kāʻanapali Beach

Mayor Michael Victorino answers some of the most-asked questions. 

Crews to Remove Hazardous Trees in Makawao, Waihou

About a dozen trees as tall as 70 feet will be removed from the Makawao State Forest Reserve, and about 30 trees will be removed from the Waihou Springs State Forest Reserve.

Game Bird Hunting Season Opens

The Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources announced yesterday that the 2011-2012 game bird hunting season will open Saturday, November 5.