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On Saturday 14 March 2026, in the presence of Te Arikinui Kuini Nga wai hono i te po, over a thousand people gathered at Ookapu Marae in Kaawhia for the 129th Poukai and the formal reopening of three new whare. Alongside the celebrations, the day also became an important moment for marine conservation, wi

To celebrate Conservation Week, students from South Waikato schools gathered at Jim Barnett Reserve, Waotu, for a full day of hands-on workshops focused on restoring and protecting native biodiversity.

Tāwera Nikau - a powerful voice for resilience, service, and environmental restoration. At 58, he brings energy and determination to every role he takes on - as a father and grandfather, a mentor and speaker, and co-chair of the Endangered Species Foundation | Tāngaro Tuia te Ora.

Our online kete now contains amazing education materials about native ika (fish) in te reo Māori and English.