The Waikato Biodiversity Forum meets twice yearly in different areas of the Region. These meetings are an all day event with speakers on particular topics of interest to the area and a field trip. The following topics have been the focus of previous Forum days:
Geothermal areas of Taupo -sensitive flora and protection of this ecosystem
Mangroves in Whangamata -the issues surrounding the growth of mangroves and the ecological value of mangroves
Wetlands of north Waikato with a particular focus on bush and wetland restoration on a local farm
Tips, discussion and information sharing on how to establish and maintain community group enthusiasm and momentum
Community groups and education in the Te Kuiti area with a focus on the work of Project Manu in the Mangaokewa Gorge
Restoration plan for the edge of Mt Te Aroha
Funding options
Community group projects -contribution to regional biodiversity protection and improvement
Discussion on re-vegetation of the western slopes of Karioi
Kaimai Mamaku Campaign to restore biodiversity to this area
Support for the Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park in Hamilton
Protection of Significant Natural Areas on private land in the South Waikato district
Protction of the gully systems in the Tamahere are of Waikato district
Protection of Significant Natural Areas on private land in the Waipa district
Waikato Biodiversity Forum
