We are very fortunate to have kiwi living and breeding in Pukenui Forest right in the "lungs of the city" of Whangarei. All kiwi that were released into Pukenui are now wild birds and their tracking / monitoring devices have been removed. So, how do we know what is happening with our treasured kiwi? Every year we carry out annual kiwi listening surveys usually during May and June to venture into … [Read more...] about Kiwi Listening Annual Surveys
Kiwi Aversion Dog Training 2024
Upcoming Kiwi Aversion Dog Training - date to be confirmed Dogs are the leading cause of adult kiwi deaths in Northland. We have Kiwi living in Pukenui Forest, and we need your help to ensure we keep them safe. Kiwi aversion training combined with a good level of dog control and obedience lowers the chance of dogs attacking or killing our national icon the kiwi. Please Contact Us to … [Read more...] about Kiwi Aversion Dog Training 2024
Te Kamo Connect
Our feature story in the Te Kamo Connect (December 2023). Protecting another threatened species the pekapeka tou-roa (long-tailed bats) within Pukenui Forest. Read the full story here: Te Kamo Connect - December Issue … [Read more...] about Te Kamo Connect
Green Drinks
In November 2023, our very own Chairman Tim (Timothy) Martin was a guest speaker to highlight the pekapeka tou-roa (long-tailed bat) who are living in Pukenui Forest. The talk also focused on how you (the public) can help protect the bats and dealing to their predators. Green Drinks serves as a global grassroots networking initiative that brings together individuals monthly with a shared … [Read more...] about Green Drinks