Regular workdays are held on the second Sunday of the month at ÅŒtanewainuku Forest, 680 Mountain Road, Oropi. Please arrive by 8.45am for a safety briefing and an outline of the work involved. Remember to wear the appropriate clothing and bring snacks, drinks, and protective weather gear. New volunteers are very welcome – please pre-register […]
Join us on a litter collection walk to celebrate Seaweek and Sustainable Backyards. Meet at the Kaituna Cut carpark and help to protect the ocean by collecting litter along Maketu Spit and on Ford Island. Morning tea, rubbish bags and gloves provided.
The International Day of Action for Rivers is a day dedicated to solidarity – when diverse communities worldwide come together with one voice to affirm that rivers are vital and need our protection. https://www.internationalrivers.org/take-action/international-day-of-action-for-rivers/#:~:text=March%2014%2C%202024,-Event%20organized%20and&text=The%20International%20Day%20of%20Action%20for%20Rivers%20is%20a%20day,vital%20and%20need%20our%20protection.
Join us for a morning of volunteer restoration work with Aongatete Forest Project. We may provide specific details here (depending on the operations plan) otherwise just come along and see what tasks are on offer. We suggest you bring clothing and footwear suitable for walking off track, gloves and any medication you need. Arrive at […]
To celebrate World Forest Day, we invite you, family and friends to join us for a guided walk to discover the history and biodiversity of ÅŒtanewainuku Forest. As part of the Sustainable Backyards 2024 enviro events, informative short walks will start at 9:30am, 10:45am, 12:15pm and 1:30pm on 21st March 2024. For planning purposes, please […]
Autumn Feracol Operation – Phase 2 Today we’ll be removing the non-toxic lure from the bait station network (if there’s any left, rats and possums find it very appealing) and replacing it with the real deal, Feracol bait. This is a big job, and an important one. Bring clothing and footwear suitable for walking off […]
Join us for our monthly volunteer morning. We have a range of tasks that need to be completed. New volunteers are very welcome. All new volunteers will be paired up with more experienced volunteers. Come and enjoy some time in the forest with an awesome group of dedicated volunteers. Learn about the mahi we do […]
Join us for Halo Whakatāne’s 2nd Annual D.O.M.P Comp! (Destruction of Moth Plant Competition). Help our community control this pest plant that is killing our native plants, moths and butterflies. The competition is open to local primary, intermediate and secondary schools. Each pod collected counts & those with the most pods will win!Check out our website […]
