We need you to help our native taonga thrive.
Get outdoors, meet people in your local community, learn new skills and contribute to conservation and climate action efforts.
There are heaps of ways to get involved.
Upcoming events
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What to know about Bird Flu
If you suspect a case of bird flu then read on
With news of the emerging detections of high pathogenicity avian influenza (HPAI) in Australia, we want to keep you informed on the situation in New Zealand.
If you notice more than 3 living but sick birds, or 3 or more groups of dead birds, don’t touch the birds and please contact the Ministry of Primary Industries hotline 0800 80 99 66 immediately. -
Bothamley Park Matariki Planting Day
Sat Jul 18 10am - 12:30pm
Celebrate Matariki with restoration, reflection and connection. There will be 1800 plants for planting, tools available for picking up litter, the chance to connect with community organisations, and a free barbecue for those putting in the hard mahi.
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Planting Day Onepoto Park
Sun 19 Jul 9:30am - 12:30pm
Come and help the Kahotea Stream Restoration group by planting by the awa. Bring outdoor gear and gloves. Some food provided. Whanau friendly. We have some spades but if you have one please bring it.
Location: Onepoto Park, Titahi Bay
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Forest & Bird Public Meeting
Sun 19 Jul 2:30pm
Join F&B for a fascinating talk about bar-tailed godwits by godwit expert and manager of the Miranda Shorebird Centre at Pūkorokoro, Keith Woodley.
Doors open from 2.15pm, join us for a cuppa and some sweet treats before the talk. Coin koha appreciated. Event Raffle.
Location: St Andrew’s Church Hall, 11 Steyne Ave, Plimmerton.
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Whitireia Park Planting
Sun 26 Jul 9:30am-12:30pm
This is your last chance for 2026 to help out at one of our planting days.
This site is the last link between the remnant bush above Onehunga Bay and the inland loop track.This site is a 5 minute walk from Onehunga Bay carpark and is relatively sheltered and child friendly.
Location: Park at the Onehunga Bay Carpark.
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Battle Hill Planting Day
Sun 26 Jul 1-4pm
Join Greater Wellington and the Friends of Battle Hill and help restore Battle Hill Farm Forest Park at our community planting day. Perfect for those who enjoy a bit of physical activity as you’ll be carrying plants and digging holes.Meeting point: The Dell (over the bridge and to the right).
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A Pest-free Future
Sat Aug 1 11am - 2pm
Come along to a relaxed community drop in session and be part of bringing our ngahere back to life.
No pressure, no formalities - just good kai, good kōrero, sharing ideas and a vision for the future our our taiao here in Porirua East and beyond.
Location: 2 Mentor Ln, Cannons Creek, Porirua -
Vision for Belmont drop-in session
Sat Aug 1 11am - 2pm
A masterplan is being developed to help guide the future of Belmont Regional Park over the next 50 years, and we'd like to hear from you. Your feedback can help shape the future direction of the park
Location: Tē Pātē Community Hub, 2 Mentor Lane, Cannons Creek -
Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour Joint Action Plan
Mon 3 Aug 7:15pm
The Harbour Trust Steering Committee have offered to give groups and individuals who work around the harbour and its catchments a briefing on the Joint Action Plan at August meeting. Hear first hand about the activities planned to bring about coordinated progress on cleaning up the harbour.
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Porirua Predator Free Celebration & Strategy
Wed 5 Aug 6:30 - 8:00pm
Come celebrate another successful year of protecting our wildlife across Porirua, and help us explore a new plan to work on shared habitat projects across suburbs.
Everyone is welcome - from current trappers to the conservation-curious, community groups and whānau.
Location: Plimmerton Hall
Get a trap
Get help to set up a trap in your backyard or local area. No experience needed! A koha for the trap is optional.
Look after a trapline
Spend two hours a month maintaining a line of traps in a local reserve. No experience needed - training and equipment provided.
Volunteer your skills
If you have time to help with coordination, online comms, building traps or community engagement in an ongoing way, we’d love to hear from you.
Why volunteer?
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![Man in forest holding animal trap with captured rodent, wearing glasses and winter clothing.]()
Pete
“I love being outdoors in the bush while helping the local community.”
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![Woman kneeling in a forest setting next to a wooden animal trap, holding a bottle. The trap is set on the ground and surrounded by green foliage.]()
Vanessa
“It’s only a small time commitment so really doable, even with a busy family household.”
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![Person adjusting a yellow device attached to a tree in a forested area.]()
Karen
“Seeing all the native birds we now have in Whitby…doing my little bit makes it all worth while.”
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![Man in orange safety vest inspecting item outdoors]()
Blair
“It’s a wonderful opportunity to include my children and teach them values about caring for the environment and responsibility.”
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![Person in an orange vest in a forest setting, examining a wildlife trap with plants around.]()
Laura
“It's been lovely getting to meet more locals through this group.”
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![A person with a hat and colorful shirt holding a red trash bag and a litter picker in a forested area, participating in a cleanup activity.]()
John
“The birdlife has increased in the forest. It’s very rewarding to see these changes.”
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![Person squatting in a wooded area, pointing at a fungus on the ground with fallen leaves and holding a fern.]()
Ames
“Feels good to know we’re making a small but noticeable difference!'“
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![Person smiling, wearing sunglasses and a cap, holding a small dead animal by a trap in a garden area, surrounded by large leafy plants.]()
Rachel
“I love that it makes you feel more connected to your local community and area.”
