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For sustainable living, regenerating native biodiversity and learning opportunities about environmental sustainability, Kaipātiki Project makes it easy to live well within our Earth's limits.

Based on Auckland’s North, we operate a thriving native plant nursery and facilitate native ngahere, stream and estuary regeneration. Engage in meaningful conservation volunteering at our nursery, teaching garden and broader regeneration projects. Expand your knowledge through practical education and join our diverse events on sustainable living for all age groups.

Embrace zero waste initiatives and explore our native plant list for bulk purchases. Unlock corporate volunteering & sponsorship opportunities, become a member, and collaborate with us to build a greener world.

We believe that by working together, we can restore our native plants, birds, bugs and fish and regenerate the planet.

What you might expect at a community day with Kaipātiki Project

Get involved. Join our volunteering whānau to get up close with nature, ranging from ngahere restoration, weeding, pest management, working with plants and edible garden. We have volunteering opportunities for businesses, individuals and families, schools, youth and community groups. Connect with others who share your sustainable living values and purpose. 

Learn about sustainable living and environmental sustainability. Our education and volunteering are experiential, practical and hands-on.

People of all ages and abilities are welcome! We love bringing diverse groups of people together.

No matter where you're at in your sustainable living journey, we're here to share and learn.

Upcoming Events
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Eskdale Regeneration Champions
14 January 2025
Come and join us for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to nurture and protect our local nature reserves!As regular volunteers led by expert ecologists, we're dedicated to preserving...
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Calling All Bike Mechanics & Enthusiasts
18 January 2025
Bring your love of bikes and join us for a rewarding day of community bike repair at the Wairau Zero Waste Hub!We’re thrilled to announce that we have an overflow of bikes in need of repair, and...
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Eskdale Regeneration Champions
21 January 2025
Come and join us for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to nurture and protect our local nature reserves!As regular volunteers led by expert ecologists, we're dedicated to preserving...
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Nature's Revival Blog
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Celebrating a Legacy of Environmental Leadership
November 2024:

Kaipātiki Project gathers to bid farewell to Janet Cole, who has served as Kaihautū | Chief Executive for over eight transformative years.
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Embracing Conservation Volunteerism
We’re thrilled to share our whakaaro on conservation volunteerism and give you a glimpse into how volunteers make a difference at Kaipātiki Project. We were recently asked to reflect on our approach, and we are excited to showcase our volunteers' incredible impact on environmental regeneration and community engagement.
Whiringa-ā-Rangi 2023 Newsletter Highlights
Whiringa-ā-Rangi 2023
He kai kei aku ringa - There is food at the end of my hands.  Whiringa-ā-Rangi is a time to enjoy the new warmth as Kōanga begins to turn into Raumati.
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Kaipātiki Project can only operate because of the generosity of our funders, partners and supporters. For a full list, please click here.

We are humbled by the aroha and the support of every single connection. THANK YOU!

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