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SOC: Fiordland National Park (New Zealand)

Document type
Decision
Reference number
VIII.16
Date
Dec 11, 1989
Source
UNEP, InforMEA
Status
Active
Subject
Wild species & ecosystems
Treaty
Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Nov 23, 1972)
Meeting
13e session du Comité
Website
whc.unesco.org
Abstract

Fiordland National Park (New Zealand)

The Committee noted developments in relation to possible ownership changes to the hydro-electric scheme existing in this site when it was inscribed. The Committee decided to commend New Zealand on its initiative to give statutory authority to the independent "Guardians" group in its efforts to ensure that any changes in ownership of electricity generation in the park will not threaten its integrity as a World Heritage site.