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Don't miss it on 20 June: Save Our Kauri Event
This event has been postponed due to poor weather. You can now join us on Saturday 20 June 10-2 for a FREE family event at the entrance to the Waterworks Walk and Hakarimata Stairs. Did you know that Haakarimata is near the southern limit of naturally occurring kauri? Some of our trees are probably more than 1,000 years old, and if we protect them from pests and diseases, they could live another 1000 years or more! Come meet with us and share your experiences on Haakarimata,
Jun 51 min read


Mahitahi for the Haakarimata: Help Restore the Ranges
Haakarimata is the largest remaining lowland forest in the Waikato, and home to very popular walking trails. Image: Olivia Stead The lowland forests of the Haakarimata Ranges stands as one of our nation's most visited natural landscapes. These forests hold extraordinary biodiversity and deep cultural significance, and they are treasured by the communities that live alongside them. At the Haakarimata Restoration Trust , our work is built on a simple idea: mahitahi — working to
Mar 132 min read


🐦 Learn to Monitor Our Native Birds — This Sunday!
come practice identifying a tūī song from that of korimako, and more! image: Lisa Evans Keen to help our native birds thrive? Join us...
Jul 5, 20251 min read


Recognition at Waikato Volunteering Awards
15-21 June is Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu, National Volunteer Week. The Haakarimata Restoration Group relies on incredible support of...
Jun 19, 20251 min read
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