Biodiversity Features
Waikato Biodiversity Forum Features
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Te Taiao Collectives – Communities Joining Forces for Ecosystem Restoration
Community-based restoration and regeneration are increasingly common pathways for collective action on interconnected social and environmental issues. As community initiatives gain pace, the need for
Kahikatea Green Wheel
The Kahikatea Green Wheel can help you if you are: currently restoring or planning to restore a kahikatea forest patch on your land. managing a
Piako Catchment Forum
The Piako Catchment Forum is a community-based organisation aiming to achieve ‘A thriving community for a sustainable future’ They began with a few farmers, a
Pukatea – Laurelia novae-zelandiae
The Pukatea (Laurelia novae-zelandiae) tree is typically found in swampy forests, but can also be seen growing on hillsides up to 600m throughout the North
Predator Free Hamilton
The Predator Free Hamilton Trust was established in 2016 to work with Hamilton residents, institutions and agencies to encourage and coordinate the effective and humane
WETMAK – Wetlands Monitoring and Assessment Kit
WETMAK is an online resource aimed at community groups working on wetland restoration projects in New Zealand. Are you making a difference? If the answer
Mahoenui giant wētā
In 1962 a population of giant wētā were discovered in remnant patches of tawa forest at Mahoenui in the southern King Country. More wētā were
Owhango Alive
Owhango Alive was formed in 2011 by a group of local residents concerned about the lack of birdlife in the Ohinetonga Reserve. Our group’s mission
DOC Trapping guide for community and experts alike
Effective trapping is achieved by identifying the predators in your area and understanding their behaviour. Using the DoC trapping guide, you can find our how
Cooks Beachcare Group
The Cooks Beachcare Group consists of residents and ratepayers working in partnership with local Government agencies to protect valuable dunes at the western end of
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Any individual, community group or organisation interested and committed to protecting and restoring biodiversity can be a member of the Forum. It is free to join. You will get an invite to Forum events and receive information on biodiversity workshops, useful biodiversity information, access to other members for sharing knowledge and ideas and help with restoration projects. So contact us and become a member for no cost.
