Manaaki Mai

08/03/2026

An identified Geotechnical hazard to a future Jurt platform is no more..
Sister Rachel Dahl and neighbor Gunther made this safe.. fun things to do on a lovely day at Manaaki Mai

11/01/2026

Anyone making jam or pickles? All sizes of jars... Free!
Ring Paul to make a time 0275551292.

03/12/2025

The last stage of some serious fencing of recently purchased/retired land. This encapsulation of 98% of the Waitututiri stream for protection of biodiversity, mahanga Kai, water quality and another catchment towards, Healthy Harbour catchment plan.
Nick and Matt had to drill many of these steel posts in due to the underlying volcanic lava rock.

02/12/2025

Max Dorfligers new book. A wonderful history of journey's, adventures experience and life insights from a great friend and kiwi.

30/11/2025

Georgie out on patrol.. This year there is boom in the Hare population. They nibble seedlings and recent plantings on Hidden Valley conservation trust.(Which we are foundation members of)..
She finds the young hares hidden in long grass.
Save on dog food bill .!

04/09/2025

Summary from May 2025 of a hui focused on the Whaka-Ora Healthy Harbour Catchment Management Plan.

14/03/2025

Special manu visitor today. Piropiro , sth island Tomtit. Around the garden, figtree, puahou... Hope they have whanau here ...

23/09/2024

Peace in Purau - long term rental for the right person. You must love the environment, be willing to lend a hand with firewood, fruit trees and garden (to reap the rewards), and live in a semi-detached home with a couple of dogs and their owner.
Exceptional views, extensive land to roam, two queen bedrooms, each with ensuite, partially furnished if required, a cosy log fire in the winter and sunny decks in the summer. PM for further details and viewing.

05/01/2024

05/08/2023

Tino pai

After Cyclone Gabrielle, Tairāwhiti faces a universal question: when it comes to the environment, have we got the guts to choose long-term solutions over short-term fixes?

26/07/2023

One of our critters out for bit of sun. Female I think?

26/07/2023

Yesterday was a foggy old day in Whakaraupō/Lyttelton from where I was sitting.