Protecting our Taonga - February 2024 Newsletter
Welcome to the Biome Newsletter, February edition, featuring updates from our Giftees & local ecosystem.
As we take stock of the globally renowned, pristine spring waters, and unique native species of Aotearoa, we are reminded of the importance of protecting these Taonga (treasured) species, and whenua (land) for future generations.
From crafting Mokomoko (NZ gecko) sanctuaries in our backyards at home, to protecting sacred Te Waikoropupū water springs, to conserving millions of hectares of the Amazon rainforest, we’re dedicated to supporting projects across the board working towards conservation.
Please enjoy this monthly collection of updates from our local ecosystem.
Ngā mihi aroha
- Biome Trust
Giftee Updates
The Learning Environment are hosting an evening workshop in Whanganui for community interested in learning more about predator control and trapping. More here
Ma Earth interviews Atossa Soltani from Amazon Sacred Headwaters, working to protect 20 million acres of rainforest across Ecuador & Peru. More here
Mangaroa Farms is hosting their annual Open Farms Day Sun 10th March, with garden tours, kids activites, and a locally produced lunch. More here
Papawhakaritorito Trust featured recently on the Weaving our worlds podcast. More here
Future Whenua is hosting their annual Summit 15th - 17th Mar in Ngawha, Northland. More here
The Learning Environment rangatahi program Te Hoeroa is in full swing, nearly halfway through a 6 month block course. Learn more
For the Wild interviews Merlin Sheldrake, a biologist and author of Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds. More here
Happen Films Jordan Osmond is converting his Ford Transit into a house/studio on wheels using upcycled materials. Follow his journey
Te Waikoropupū Springs, Takaka
Additional News
Geoff Reid & Tim Firkin have released a short documentary film; The Unseen - covering the fight to save our nations clearest waters, Te Waikoropupū Springs. More here
Predator Free NZ shares how to create a dedicated safe spot for mokomoko (native NZ lizards) simply and inexpensively in a home garden. More here
For The Love of Bees in Auckland is running a 5 day crash course in Regenerative Organic Horticulture from 29 April - 3 May 2024. More here
Kelmarna Gardens has partnered with local chefs to create a community dining series; Farm Dinners, featuring farm-grown produce & other local ingredients. More here
Roebuck Farms is hosting an introduction to Cheesemaking course with reknowned cheesemaker David Asher. Sign up
