Our location
Corner of Mills Street and Walker Street, Waharoa.
Kaupapa | Our Purpose
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The project aims to improve the health and increase the size of the forest, involving the local community, adjoining landowners, and Council (Matamata Piako District Council).
How We Did It
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Weed control of invasive species (Ivy, Privet, Fan Palm)
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Rubbish removal
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Planting of native species (understory planting and buffer edges)
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Landowner engagement
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Volunteer co-ordination
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Covenant extension on private land, fencing, native planting and weed control
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Pest control
Outcomes
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Reduction in weed and pest numbers
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Increase of native plants through both planting and natural regeneration
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Increase in size and connectivity of remnant forest and increase of habitat
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Increase in the diversity of plant species
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Valuable seed source for eco-sourced seeds for other projects
