OUR PLACE

‘The main protagonists are the lands and waterways which have been here for millennia … We are just a tiny part of the continuum’ – Dr. Hinemoa Elder

We are in  the Bay of Islands, Waimate North and Upper Waitangi River Catchment, between Kaikohe and Kerikeri. The area comprises pastoral land, exotic forestry, shrubland, indigenous forest remnants, streams and adjacent wetlands. 
Several threatened species are in the area including, North Island Brown Kiwi, Kereru (New Zealand Pigeon) and Kauri Snail. 
The location holds immense historical significance, having been the focal point of significant events in both Maori and Early European history. The photo at the top depicts the Waimate North Historic Precinct, with the Showgrounds Building featured prominently in the foreground. In the distance stands the parish church of St. John the Baptist, marking the site of the original mission station of Te Waimate. This area serves as a tangible reminder of the rich cultural heritage and historical legacy that shapes our community today. To learn more click on the image above. 

OUR WORK

‘Tau mahi o te ringa whero’ – ‘You have done that well o red hand (chief)’ – Acknowledging our founders.

In September 1997 the founding meeting took place of what was to become Waimate North Landcare, playing a crucial role in conservation and community involvement in the area. We have been refining and evolving ever since. Our community volunteers play a vital role in all aspects of our conservation work. In addition to our dedicated volunteers, we also contract trappers for some of our extensive predator trapping efforts. To learn more click on the image above.

OUR PEOPLE

‘Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini’ – My success is not mine alone, it is the success of the collective.

Community involvement is integral to the mission of our Trust. Our conservation efforts take place on private land across a diverse range of properties. These include farms, properties owned by tangata whenua, small residential properties, lifestyle blocks, and historic sites. By collaborating with landowners from various backgrounds and land uses, we foster a sense of shared responsibility and collective stewardship for our natural and cultural heritage. Together, we work towards the common goal of preserving and protecting our environment. To learn more click on the image above.