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NEWS RELEASES

The Public Information Office (PIO) issues news releases to announce significant DLNR events and achievements. For information about press releases which do not appear on this list, contact the PIO by calling (808) 587-0320.

News Releases from Previous Years: 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000

 

 


Date Headline
12/27/05

DLNR 2006 calendar features 'Papa Ko'a - The Reef and Hawaiian Culture'

12/27/05

DLNR to close Pu'u 'Ualaka'a park early on New Year's Eve

12/27/05

DLNR to close Kona parks early on New Year's Eve

12/22/05

Hui o Laka-Koke'e museum to adopt Koke'e nature trail

12/19/05

DLNR Strategic plan now posted online

12/15/05

"Makai Watch" workshop enlists communities in coastal protection

12/13/05

One-year opening to fishing in the Waikiki-Diamond Head shoreline fisheries management area, Oahu, on January 1, 2006

12/12/05

DLNR Power washing comfort stations at state parks

12/09/05

DLNR reopens 'Aiea loop trail following repairs

12/07/05

Hanakapiai composting toilet to be repaired

12/07/05

DLNR lends support to protect Waimea Valley

12/07/05

DLNR to hold information meeting on proposed improvements for Maalaea small boat harbor

12/06/05

Land Board to consider agreement to restore access to Ewa Forest Reserve and Poamoho

12/02/05

Invasive species outreach and education efforts increase

12/01/05

State explores controls to save native wiliwili and coral trees threatened by gall wasp

11/30/05

DLNR: Fight against invasive species takes resources, determination

11/29/05

DLNR Chairperson to brief Governor's Kauai Council of Advisors

11/29/05

Volunteers thanked for caring for State Parks

11/28/05

Mauna Kea neighbors address managing the mountain

11/25/05

DLNR publishes summary of statewide activities on-line

11/25/05

DLNR Chairperson to host talk story on lay gillnet use in Maui waters

11/22/05

DLNR to hold hearings on boating fee increases

11/21/05

DLNR Maui Boating office moves to a new location

11/21/05

Aiea loop trail closure

11/18/05

DLNR Land Board and Water Commission agendas, minutes and submittals available on-line for first time

11/18/05

DLNR removes items left in `Ahihi-Kina'u lava tube

11/18/05

Wal-Mart case before Board of Land and Natural Resources (BLNR)

11/16/05

DLNR invites public to information forum Nov. 20 on rules for Mauna Kea game bird season

11/16/05

DLNR to deny license renewals for delinquent commercial fishers

11/14/05

DLNR issues shark warning for waters off Onomea, Hawaii

11/14/05

Annual closure of `Ama `ama (striped mullet) season takes effect December 1, 2005

11/08/05

DLNR to make parking area improvements at Hapuna state recreation area

11/07/05

Teachers invited to workshop on impact of invasive species on Hawai'i's native ecosystems

11/04/05

DLNR urges visitors to Oahu's offshore islands to obey sanctuary regulations

11/04/05

DLNR to conduct live range exercises at Kekaha firing range, Nov. 9, 10, 16 and 18

11/04/05

DLNR reopens Muliwai Trail, Waimanu Valley

11/03/05

DLNR Begins next stage of renovations to Pu'u'ualaka'a state wayside

11/03/05

100th Anniversary of Arbor Day in Hawaii marked with tree-planting ceremony at Princess Kaiulani Elementary

11/03/05

"E-Bay Skull" Returned to her Maui home

11/01/05

DLNR names Greer new Cultural Programs Director

11/01/05

DLNR changes start date of public hunt for feral and trespass cattle

10/31/05

DLNR joins communities to celebrate centennial of Arbor Day in Hawaii on November 4

10/31/05

Sand Island park water main break forces partial closure

10/28/05

Land Board approves public hearings to transfer forest reserve land at Poamoho and Hono O Na Pali into Natural Area Reserves

10/26/05

Arbor day planting volunteers invited to help at DLNR native garden

10/21/05

DLNR to hold hearings on boating fee increases

10/21/05

Manuka state park and natural area reserve to be closed for coqui frog control work

10/19/05

DLNR completes park improvements at Kua Bay

10/18/05

DLNR to remove grounded fishing vessel from Kewalo shoreline

10/17/05

DLNR adds barge load of "Z" forms to Wai'anae artificial reef

10/07/05

Public invited to attend off-highway vehicle recreation management workshop

10/07/05

Historic places review board adds six properties to Hawaii register

10/07/05

DLNR recognizes contributions of Sierra Club in service projects benefitting public trails providing access to natural resources

09/29/05

Governor Lingle signs rules establishing marine refuge in Northwestern Hawaiian Islands
Chapter 13-60.5 HAR

09/22/05 DLNR temporarily closes Muliwai trail, Waimanu valley for safety due to expected severe storms this weekend
09/20/05 Old restroom to be demolished at Diamond Head state monument
09/20/05 DLNR gets sea grant specialist to assist in shoreline certifications
09/19/05 Hawai'i hunting and fishing day supports island families via Hawai'i Food Bank
09/19/05 DLNR names David Brown as new archaeology branch chief
09/14/05 Makena state park closed due to high surf conditions
09/14/05 DLNR begins renovations at Kihei boat ramp
09/14/05 Volunteers invited to help restore DLNR native plant garden
09/13/05 Workshops to address coastal hazards in Hawaii
09/02/05 O'ahu park hours switch to winter schedule
08/31/05 DLNR to make restroom/parking area renovations at Russian Fort Elizabeth State Park
08/26/05 DLNR, names Dan Polhemus as new Aquatics Administrator
08/26/05 DLNR, Legislature hold Windward public meeting on Marine Resources Management
08/25/05 DLNR adds 100' Barge to Wai'anae artificial reef
08/18/05 DLNR to hold public hearing on proposed rules relating to design and placement of warning signs on improved public lands
08/15/05 Nominations open for Pu'u Wa'awa'a 'Ahupua'a advisory council
08/12/05 DLNR names Russell Tsuji as New Land Division Administrator
08/10/05 Holualoa 4 archaeological district named to national register of historic places
08/10/05 DLNR to conduct public meetings on establishment of FMA in Ewa Beach
08/10/05 DLNR soliciting letters of interest for disaster relief
08/05/05 Training for Island Burial Councils offered by DLNR and Other State Agencies
08/04/05 Search centers around Lihue airport for snake sighted Aug. 1
08/04/05 Green sea turtle rescued in Keaau, returned unharmed to ocean
08/02/05 DLNR expanding mobile food concessions at State Parks
07/29/05 DLNR cites two fishers for illegal-sized net use, and makes arrest on outstanding warrants
07/29/05 DLNR issuing competitive grant funds to assist communities in protecting against wildland fires
07/28/05 DLNR & Legislature conducting statewide public meetings on Hawaii's marine resources management
07/28/05 Revised draft of statewide native wildlife conservation strategy now available
07/28/05 DLNR Urban forestry grants announced
07/27/05 Rainbow Trout season opens Aug. 6 at Koke'e public fishing area
07/25/05 DLNR Begins construction at Makapuu Point Lookout
07/20/05 Hapuna Beach State park remains open during waterline repairs
07/19/05 Kaheawa pastures wind energy facility on Maui -- Habitat conservation plan available for public review
07/19/05 DLNR invites public to information forum on Kohala Forest Reserve issues
07/18/05 DLNR seeking responsible off-road riding
07/18/05 New coordinator hired to manage Kaua'i's Monk Seals
07/15/05 Sand Island state park stays open during sewer improvements, but temporary restroom closure and camping restriction is planned
07/01/05 Fourth of July reminder from the Department of Land and Natural Resources: Fireworks, Alcohol not permitted in state parks, forest, harbors - Hilo, Hawai'i
07/01/05 Fourth of July reminder from the Department of Land and Natural Resources: Fireworks, Alcohol not permitted in state parks, forest, harbors
06/30/05 Plum harvest opens at Koke'e state park
06/30/05 Get hooked on catfishing for fun and sport; Applications available July 1-22 for Nu'uanu reservoir
06/30/05 Public warning of shark sightings in Honokohau Harbor
06/29/05 DLNR offers grace period on conveyance taxes
06/29/05 DLNR to close Diamond Head State Monument for park improvements on July 11, 2005
06/21/05 New law increases commercial boating fees to 3 percent of revenues
06/20/05 DLNR to reconstruct historic Kam Mon store in Kahana
06/20/05 DLNR and HDOA get funding to study agricultural irrigation water use demands
06/17/05 Historical sites and burials better protected by new law
06/16/05 DLNR posts shark warning signs from Honolua Bay to Fleming's Beach
06/14/05 DLNR to hold public meetings on statewide native wildlife conservation strategy
06/13/05 State and counties joining forces to conduct summer safety patrols at parks and small boat harbors
06/03/05 DLNR to hold hearings on rule changes for commercial harvest permits
06/01/05 DLNR authorizes research to update estimates of aquifer system yields
05/27/05 DLNR Comprehensive Coastal Policy
05/27/05 Closed season for Moi begins June 1
05/17/05 DLNR to start improvements to Kahului boat launch ramp
05/16/05 Polihale park closes for repairs to water system
05/12/05 DLNR reminds public: Use life jackets while boating
05/10/05 DLNR to begin restroom renovations at Wailuku river state park
05/05/05 State Land Board considers proposed regulations to establish Marine refuge in Northwestern Hawaiian Islands
05/04/05 DLNR to drill exploratory well to improve Kokee State Park water system
05/02/05 DLNR installs barriers to protect skyline trail
05/02/05 DLNR announces summer season closure for spiny lobsters, sliper lobsters and kona crabs
04/28/05 DLNR holding meeting on Makua Kayak tour permit
04/25/05 'Hawaiian 'Ahupua'a' poster makes debut at stream symposium
04/15/05 Diamond Head State monument is open during triathlon, thogh road will close briefly
04/13/05 Makiki Wai project seeks volunteers for "Earth Day" native forest restoration project
04/12/05 Governor Proclaims National Environmental Education Week
04/08/05 DLNR updates Hawai'i drought plan
04/04/05 Volunteers sought for trail work to improve Kaua'i State Parks- Trash, Weeds removed from Kalalau State Park
04/04/05 Public invited to opening of DLNR's 'Ohai Trail at West Maui
03/31/05 Conservation of Hawai'i Native Wildlife subject of statewide wildlife strategy
03/31/05 DLNR expanding mobile food concessions at State Parks
03/30/05 Dept. of Land and Natural Resources holds public forum April 2 at Wailea Bay
03/30/05 Get hooked on catfishing - Applications available April 1-22 for Nu'uanu reservoir
03/08/05 State begins investigation of potential violations of Wal-Mart burial handling
03/04/05 Snake sighting in Kona prompts trapping efforts
03/03/05 Volunteers teach monk seal conservation to Kaua'i's Keiki
03/01/05 DLNR seeks applicants to serve on island burial councils
02/25/05 DLNR seeks bidders for Wailua river sestaurant concession
02/22/05 DLNR launches "Ho'okulena" outreach to stress community role in Natural, Cultural Resources Protection
02/18/05 DLNR urges public to kokua wildlife by keeping lights off ocean
02/15/05 DLNR concludes latest controlled pig hunt in Honolulu Mauka Trail System
02/15/05 DLNR cites fishers for net and boat violations, Turtle Death
02/14/05 DLNR concludes latest controlled pig hunt in Honolulu Mauka Trail System
02/10/05 SHPD seeks Public comment on Burial Council member nomination process
02/10/05 Makiki Wai project seeks volunteers for native forest restoration project
02/07/05

State to provide update regarding Ma'alaea Small Boat Harbor, Maui

02/01/05

Restroom, parking lot renovations to begin at Akaka Falls state park next week

01/31/05

DLNR temporarily closes Muliwai Trail, Waimanu Valley due to forecast flash flooding and heavy rainfall

01/20/05 Maui trails volunteers receive national award
01/20/05 Hawaii Invasive Species Council awards grants for communities to fight invasive species
01/19/05 DLNR to hold meeting on makua kayaking activity
01/18/05 Makiki Wai project seeks volunteers for native forest restoration project
01/18/05 Governor Lingle releases additional $1 million for invasive species

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