If anyone has visited Puāwai recently, you may have seen that there has been some major changes to the little corner behind our Tool Shed. The originally damp and dilapidated corner has now been transformed into a bright and inviting seedling trial space. On Friday 26th of June, we had the “Big Move Day,” in which 122 seedlings were moved to Puāwai, carefully re-potted, and placed into our brand-new shade house to start the resistance trial.

The H5 bird flu has arrived to Aotearoa New Zealand. Overseas, this flu has spread rapidly through both wild and poultry bird populations. The main concern for New Zealand is the potential effects on our native bird populations, that are already threatened or endangered. It is important that we all know what to do if we see a group of sick or dead birds, don't touch or move them, and report to MPI. Continue reading to learn more about the bird flu and how to help with the response.

Welcome to the PFK art competition information page! Below you can find all the information you need to enter. Once your artwork file is ready, click the button below to submit your artwork! Good luck! About the competition: The PFK Kauri connections art competition is being held to raise awareness about the importance of kauri trees and kauri protection particularly within Kaipātiki. Kauri trees (Agathis australis) are important ecosystem engineers and vital parts of our local ngahere....