Regenerate nature
By regenerating nature we give back to the planet; the planet we share, the planet that sustains us all.
The greatest benefits are local, but our reach is global.
What is regenerating nature?
Regenerating nature involves protecting and restoring natural assets, such as forests, wetlands, mangroves and seaweed for future generations. It’s about recognising the value of nature beyond economic terms and integrating it into climate solutions.
Natural areas are often threatened by human activities and land use. Since humans arrived in Aotearoa, 90% of New Zealand’s wetlands have been lost, three quarters of New Zealand’s native bush has been burned or cut down, and at least 75 animal and plant species have gone extinct.
We can only truly thrive if we do so alongside our natural environment in all its diversity – especially valuing the unique nature of Te Taitokerau.
Stories of change
Build a Circular Economy
Sustainability in the sunshine at Ruakākā Beach Holiday Park
Ruakākā Beach Holiday Park's sustainability and conservation programme includes initiatives to save power and water, use eco-friendly products, reduce waste, protect native bird life, and plant natives.
Community
$600,000 of Climate Resilient Communities Funding allocated
Twenty-two projects around Te Taitokerau are to share $600,000 of Northland Regional Council funding designed to help build climate resilience.
Community
Hikurangi repo gravity gate opening ceremony
On Friday 31 May 2024, a small group of key stakeholders joined Mayor Vince Cocurullo, Kaumātua Hona Edwards and Project Manager Andrew Carvell at the official opening ceremony of the gravity gate at Hikurangi repo.
Take action
The health benefits alone of being in nature for you personally are worth it, so maybe the best way to start is to get out there. Consider ways to reduce pollution in the air and waterways around you, and then think about what you could do to help nature thrive.
Individual
Community
