Wild for Taranaki

07/10/2026

Ōi nest in burrows that they dig out themselves in the sides of sea cliffs or in coastal forests.

This time of year, chicks are growing and are super vulnerable to predators especially when the parents are off at sea finding food.

Cats, stoats, possums and rats have been seen close to and investigating the burrow.

06/10/2026

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29/09/2026

Have you noticed these fences at your local beach?
It's breeding season for shorebirds and a few of them nest right on the beach and in the dunes. Their nests are easy to miss so this temporary fencing gives them a safe space to lay eggs and raise their chicks.
If you see these fences, keep yourself and your dogs outside to give nesting birds some space.

25/09/2026

Our friends over at Taranaki Kiwi Trust are hosting their second episode in their series Fight for Wild. With an amazing line-up of speakers for the evening, you'll want to hurry to get your tickets!
Details below 👇

08/09/2026

The western Taranaki coast has been under a temporary fisheries closure, giving shellfish and other marine life a chance to recover.
A further two-year closure is being proposed. This will give our coastal resources more time to rebuild and protect what’s available for our whānau and future generations. Make a submission to support the extension - all the details in the post below, have a read!

17/08/2026

The Love Bittern Project are coming to Taranaki! Wendy Ambury, National Coordinator at the Love Bittern Project, is visiting Taranaki for an evening of kōrero about matuku-hūrepo.

📍Toi Foundation community space, 121 Gill street
📅Saturday 5th September 5th
🕠 5:30pm

Bookings essential, link below 👇

30/07/2026

Te Tōpuni Kōkōrangi, who represents the ‘face and voice’ of Te Kāhui Tupua would like to hear your views.

Public consultation is now open until 20 October 2026. You can share your feedback in several ways. This includes completing an online survey, submitting comments by email, inviting project representatives to speak at upcoming hui or meetings, or attending workshops or community drop-in sessions being held throughout Taranaki. These dates and venues will be shared shortly.

Link in comments below.

23/06/2026

For more than 20 years, the East Taranaki Environment Trust (ETEC) has been quietly achieving remarkable conservation outcomes across eastern Taranaki. What began as a small group of passionate Pūrangi landowners determined to protect kiwi has grown into one of New Zealand’s largest community-led environmental initiatives. Head over to our website to read more! ETET- East Taranaki Environment Collective

View of Pouiatoa…

21/06/2026

Curious about the footprints on the beach, this family wanted to know more about their beach neighbours.

Check out the video to see what they found 🧐

A recently-arrived American family's deep-dive into all things little blue penguin has revealed increasing numbers on the Taranaki coastline, but also threats the birds are facing.

05/06/2026

Sign up via the Wild for Taranaki event listing our website to attend the Predator Free Hui on June 26. The event is free and all are welcome!

Four legends from the national predator free sector are coming to Taranaki this month to share their knowledge with conservation groups and community trappers.