1,264 native trees donated, 41 business supporters, and a season full of kaitiakitanga.
GOOD FOR YOUR SOUL - Kaitiaki
Kia ora,
What a year it’s been! Our first season of GOOD FOR YOUR SOUL – Kaitiaki has shown what happens when people, place and purpose come together. Thanks to supporters like you, native forests are returning, wildlife habitats are strengthening, and communities across Hauraki Coromandel are connecting through kaitiakitanga.
Impact at a Glance
- 1,264 native trees donated
- 41 business supporters
- Contributions from 17 countries
- $1,264 for predator control traps
- 11 of 17 planting sites completed
- Hundreds of volunteers involved
Planting Day Highlights
From coastlines to community spaces, this season's planting days brought people together across Hauraki Coromandel. Here are three moments that capture the spirit of the kaupapa.
Mautohe Cathedral Cove
Locals, tourism operators and visitors came together to restore the coastal environment and support long term regeneration at one of Aotearoa's most iconic destinations.
Pūkorokoro Shorebird Centre
Volunteers planted native species to strengthen crucial habitat for migratory birds and support the ongoing restoration work led by dedicated conservationists.
Moehau Environment Group - Tamariki for Trees
Hillary Outdoors students and Moehau Environment Group planted native trees at Tangiaro, creating the beginnings of a reserve that will continue to grow each year.
Stories from the Ground
A touring musician giving back to Thames in the most grounded way.
A long-time visitor returns not just to enjoy Hauraki Coromandel but to restore it.
How a race at White Star Station became a legacy for the land.
Crafting gin and restoring nature go hand-in-hand for Coromandel Distilling Company.
Looking Ahead to Season 2
Seedlings are already growing at Pare Hauraki Nursery, new sites are being confirmed, and more operators are joining the movement every month.
Your support keeps this momentum alive, every $10 native tree helps restore habitats and protect wildlife across Hauraki Coromandel.
Thank You
To everyone who donated, planted, volunteered, shared or supported this seasons mahi, thank you. Together we're restoring the land that restores us.
Ngā mihi nui
