Story by Nicole Wilson - Tamahunga Trappers I asked Kiwi Team Leader, Tim, for an update on the male kiwi that we have transmitters on. This is what he told me:"One bird hatched his chick and fledged about three weeks ago. Four more are incubating. One has just hatched his chick (9 days ago). The other three are at different stages of incubating, with one just started and two well underway."I also heard one of the team mention that they'd seen a pair of footprints in the mud

The Restore Rodney East (RRE) Annual Report  for 2025 is now available! This report highlights a year of community conservation, volunteer efforts, and inspiring initiatives across Rodney East. From pest control and biodiversity projects to engaging tamariki in environmental education, the report showcases the impact of RRE’s work in protecting and restoring our local ecosystems. Discover how RRE volunteers, community groups, and local schools have contributed to a healthier,

Whale of a Time for Schoolkids: RRE’s Marine Adventure at Warkworth Town Hall Warkworth Town Hall was buzzing with excitement recently as Restore Rodney East (RRE)  brought the magic of the ocean to town for a booked-out event attended by 150 tamariki . The event featured the Walk Through Whale  exhibit, allowing children to explore a life-sized whale model, and Blake Underwater VR , giving them an immersive virtual reality dive into underwater worlds. “ It was an absolute pl

RRE Chair Tim Armitage  had the privilege of attending the Sustainable Business Network’s Nature and Business Symposium  in Auckland this...

Keen to put your skills to work protecting our local taonga species, restoring our ecosystems, and supporting community-led conservation?...

🌿 Great News for Conservation Mahi! A far cry from last year’s challenges — this is a moment to celebrate! Auckland Council’s Natural...

We’re excited to share a sticky, nutty update: the peanut butter has landed! 🥜🐀 Thanks to the epic generosity of Pic’s Peanut Butter ,...

With planting season approaching, we’ve been doing a full stocktake of our Shared Tools & Resources Library — and we’re thrilled to say...

On 30 March 2025, more than 115 passionate individuals came together for Connect & Inspire 2025—a day packed with fresh perspectives,...

At Restore Rodney East (RRE), we believe collaboration is key to creating a thriving, resilient natural environment. The RRE Community...

Doc200 This week, Pest Free Mahurangi East (PFME) took possession of 30 new DOC 200 traps destined for use in public spaces across our...

Relaxing at Gibbs Farm SOLD OUT! What a day it was! Under blue skies and among world-renowned sculptures, our Restore Rodney East  Gibbs...

Exciting news for pest control efforts across our region! Restore Rodney East (RRE) has a supply of AT220 automatic traps available for loan

Thanks to Predator Free New Zealand Trust and Eastern Bays Songbird Project for paying it forward with a load of Victor rat traps. All...

Restore Rodney East (RRE) collaborated with Ngāti Manuhiri (NMST), to provide a cultural induction for 57 community group members to gain...

Thanks to a fantastic company doing so much for all the community. Our environmental community library will be up and running very soon....

We are pleased to announce that RRE has been successful in our first application to the 'Lottery Grants Board'.  This funding will be...

Restore Rodney East with support of Rodney Local Board distributed traps to Algies Bay in support of a Pest Free Mahurangi East...

We celebrated the return of Kuaka (Godwit) from Alaska to New Zealand. The flight is about 12,000 kilometres! RRE joined in to celebrate...

A collaboration with Restore Rodney East and Warkworth Forest & Bird, brought Prof John Cockrem to present in Warkworth to an audience of...