Our Work

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As an innovative EcoHub, we're growing a sustainable future for people and nature. Our kaupapa is rooted in a community-led approach, embracing te ao Māori and mātauranga iwi/hapū, while promoting chemical-free practices and a whole-system approach to environmental stewardship.

Our approach is to make it easy, practical, impactful, community-connected and fun.
We treasure mātauranga Māori and practise concepts of good stewardship.
Knowledge and skills lie with many people and so we create opportunities for sharing and exchange.

Nature Regeneration

Biodiverse Native Plant Nursery

We eco-source, propagate and pot up tens of thousands of native plants every year to help restore the bush for our native birds, animals and plants, and remove carbon from the atmosphere.

Te Aka Kōtuia - Kaitiaki & Community Nurseries

Formerly known as Iwi, Hapū, Community Nursery Network, Te Aka Kōtuia is a place to share information, methods and seeds across native plant nurseries, and by doing so increase the biodiversity of native plant life across the Auckland Region.

Eskdale Reserve Regeneration

We have been active in this area for over 25years, forming the heartbeat of our restoration activity. Activities range from planting, weeding, pest management and regular educational initiatives.

Te Ara Awataha Regeneration

Since March 2019, we have been privileged to be a part of the Te Ara Awataha - Northcote's new greenway. Our regeneration activities commenced in Papa ki Awataha | Jessie Tonar Scout Reserve and continue along the new greenway.

Community Flood Resilience

Flood resilience is crucial for preparing our communities to handle floods effectively and minimise their impact. By enhancing our understanding of flood risks, supporting resilient behaviours, improving safety, and reducing property damage, we can create a safer environment for everyone.

Upper Waitematā Regeneration

As a member of Upper Waitematā Ecology Network (UWEN), Kaipātiki Project has been active in this area for many years, including running a native plant nursery site at Hobsonville Point, pest monitoring and running restoration activity.

Harakeke Regeneration

We partner with mana whenua and mataawaka Māori to understand how Mātauranga Māori can improve environmental outcomes. Regenerating areas of harakeke in the reserves we work in is a key aspect of our activities, helping to inspire and educate our community of volunteers to draw on both science and Mātauranga Māori in their stewardship of the environment.

Biodiverse Native Plant Nursery

We eco-source, propagate and pot up tens of thousands of native plants every year to help restore the bush for our native birds, animals and plants, and remove carbon from the atmosphere.

Te Aka Kōtuia - Kaitiaki & Community Nurseries

Formerly known as Iwi, Hapū, Community Nursery Network, Te Aka Kōtuia is a place to share information, methods and seeds across native plant nurseries, and by doing so increase the biodiversity of native plant life across the Auckland Region.

Eskdale Reserve Regeneration

We have been active in this area for over 25years, forming the heartbeat of our restoration activity. Activities range from planting, weeding, pest management and regular educational initiatives.

Te Ara Awataha Regeneration

Since March 2019, we have been privileged to be a part of the Te Ara Awataha - Northcote's new greenway. Our regeneration activities commenced in Papa ki Awataha | Jessie Tonar Scout Reserve and continue along the new greenway.

Community Flood Resilience

Flood resilience is crucial for preparing our communities to handle floods effectively and minimise their impact. By enhancing our understanding of flood risks, supporting resilient behaviours, improving safety, and reducing property damage, we can create a safer environment for everyone.

Upper Waitematā Regeneration

As a member of Upper Waitematā Ecology Network (UWEN), Kaipātiki Project has been active in this area for many years, including running a native plant nursery site at Hobsonville Point, pest monitoring and running restoration activity.

Harakeke Regeneration

We partner with mana whenua and mataawaka Māori to understand how Mātauranga Māori can improve environmental outcomes. Regenerating areas of harakeke in the reserves we work in is a key aspect of our activities, helping to inspire and educate our community of volunteers to draw on both science and Mātauranga Māori in their stewardship of the environment.

Food Resilience

Teaching garden

Our vision is that everyone's food needs are met from local sources.

Compost your way

Composting enriches soil by diverting food scraps from landfill. Compost with us or learn about other composting options.

Different Dinners

Calling all meat-lovers ready to embark on a culinary adventure. Try simple and tasty plant-powered dinners with a helping hand from us.

A four-week programme helping you get the most out of your food. You'll be guided and supported with tips, in-person events, kitchen organisation and creative use of leftovers and seasonal produce.

Teaching garden

Our vision is that everyone's food needs are met from local sources.

Compost your way

Composting enriches soil by diverting food scraps from landfill. Compost with us or learn about other composting options.

Different Dinners

Calling all meat-lovers ready to embark on a culinary adventure. Try simple and tasty plant-powered dinners with a helping hand from us.

A four-week programme helping you get the most out of your food. You'll be guided and supported with tips, in-person events, kitchen organisation and creative use of leftovers and seasonal produce.

Indicator Species Monitoring

Titiwai | Glowworms

We study titiwai populations in local reserves, including ongoing monitoring of disrupted sites to understand how they recover naturally and how we might accelerate this process by habitat restoration.

Pekapeka | Bats

We monitor pekapeka to better understand their behaviour and how to protect them. They play an important role in the ecosystem as insectivores, pollinators and help disperse seeds. 

Kākahi | Freshwater Mussels

Kākahi play a crucial role in maintaining the health of our waterways by filtering and purifying our streams. We have been surveying kākahi after discovering that we have a relatively healthy colony of Echrydella menzesii in a local stream.

Titiwai | Glowworms

We study titiwai populations in local reserves, including ongoing monitoring of disrupted sites to understand how they recover naturally and how we might accelerate this process by habitat restoration.

Pekapeka | Bats

We monitor pekapeka to better understand their behaviour and how to protect them. They play an important role in the ecosystem as insectivores, pollinators and help disperse seeds. 

Kākahi | Freshwater Mussels

Kākahi play a crucial role in maintaining the health of our waterways by filtering and purifying our streams. We have been surveying kākahi after discovering that we have a relatively healthy colony of Echrydella menzesii in a local stream.

Explore & Learn

A fantastic annual festival filled with environmental events, activities and sustainable living actions. Something for everyone from outdoor events, upcycling, learning new skills, looking after our wellbeing and nature around us.

We create inclusive workshops, events and experiences that make sustainable living accessible to everyone. In schools, we inspire tamariki to care for the planet through engaging, hands-on learning. Our volunteer events offer meaningful, experiential opportunities to connect with nature and take action.

Our Blog Stories

Read inspiring stories from the community, highlighting local action, environmental regeneration and the people making a difference.

A fantastic annual festival filled with environmental events, activities and sustainable living actions. Something for everyone from outdoor events, upcycling, learning new skills, looking after our wellbeing and nature around us.

We create inclusive workshops, events and experiences that make sustainable living accessible to everyone. In schools, we inspire tamariki to care for the planet through engaging, hands-on learning. Our volunteer events offer meaningful, experiential opportunities to connect with nature and take action.

Our Blog Stories

Read inspiring stories from the community, highlighting local action, environmental regeneration and the people making a difference.

Climate Action

A zero waste world is one where resources are valued and nothing is wasted. Changing the way we do things in our communities is a key part of this.

Explore green commuting and discover eco-friendly alternatives for your daily commute. From cycling and walking to public transit and electric vehicles, we've got the lowdown on sustainable options that reduce your carbon footprint.

A zero waste world is one where resources are valued and nothing is wasted. Changing the way we do things in our communities is a key part of this.

Explore green commuting and discover eco-friendly alternatives for your daily commute. From cycling and walking to public transit and electric vehicles, we've got the lowdown on sustainable options that reduce your carbon footprint.