Dom Thomas/RNZ Conservation Minister Kiri Allan says the funding will ensure work done through Jobs for Nature is protected, even on private land. (File photo) The additional funding will ensure work done through Jobs for Nature is protected, even on private land, by allowing QEII to legally protect hundreds of hectares of private land with high biodiversity value, Allan said. “This funding gives greater certainty that the effort being put into these projects is not wasted and the special biodiversity will remain for future generations to enjoy and appreciate.” Marc Daglish can speak to the peace of mind which comes with protecting land under a covenant. His 4ha block of regenerating bush in Wainuiomata, Wellington, had shown huge progress in the 15 years he’d been working on it.