The Endangered Species Foundation has delivered its first online Awhi Awa | Embrace a Stream workshop, connecting Bupa staff with the story of endangered freshwater species in Aotearoa and the actions businesses can take to help protect local waterways. The new online format opens the door for workplaces across the country to engage with freshwater restoration, native fish protection, and practical environmental action.

Tāngaro Tuia te Ora has formally opposed McCallum Bros’ Te Akau sandmining proposal, citing irreversible impacts on tara iti, fisheries and marine ecosystems.

Tara iti numbers have climbed past 40 adult birds for the first time since Cyclone Gabrielle, with one young bird travelling across the upper North Island.