Connect & Inspire 2026
Sun, 29 Mar
|Matakana
Restore Rodney East are proud to present an extraordinary lineup of speakers driving real change for Aotearoa’s environment and communities.
Time & Location
29 Mar 2026, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Matakana, 952 Matakana Road, Matakana 0985, New Zealand
About the event
Hear from those leading initiatives on the ground, shaping national strategies, and empowering communities to care for our land, waterways, and wildlife, all while weaving together mātauranga Māori, science, and community action. Their stories, expertise, and dedication will leave you motivated, informed, and ready to take action.
This year’s themes include:
Funding the future, engaging communities, weaving mātauranga Māori & science, restoring species, confronting challenges, and inspiring collective action.
2026 Key Note Speakers:
Frances Valintine CNZM – Founder & Board Director, academyE
“Our changing society and implications for funding te taiao mahi”