Wildlife Sanctuary (Whangamata Islands) Order, 1976. Country/Territory New Zealand Document type Regulation Date 1976 (2005) Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject Wild species & ecosystems Keyword Protected area Wild fauna Management/conservation Hunting/capture Community management Geographical area Oceania Entry into force notes This Order enters into force on the day after the date of its notification in the Gazette. Abstract This Order declares the area of Whangamata Islands, described in the Schedule, to be a wildlife sanctuary. Full text English Website www.legislation.govt.nz References - Legislation Implements Wildlife Act, 1953. Legislation | New Zealand | 1953 (2017) Keyword: Basic legislation, Management/conservation, Seasons, Protected area, Hunting authorization/permit, Institution, Hunting/capture, Wild fauna, Dangerous animal/harmful animal, Offences/penalties Source: FAO, FAOLEX