We need volunteers to help with pest plant busting and general maintenance around the grounds and property. Join the WhatsApp Group for updates, communications and to register for an event.

• 9am – 4pm at Smelting House Bay (Lidgard Bay) Kawau Island
• Volunteers can arrive by private boat, or drive to Sandspit for the Water Taxi (min 5 people @ $92 return) or scheduled Mail Run (longer journey @ $85 return). For transport sharing options join the WhatsApp group to connect with other volunteers.
• Shared accommodation is limited at Lidgard House for 2 days volunteering.
• BYO lunch. Tea & Coffee provided.
• Bring your favourite gardening tool, gloves, sturdy footwear and enthusiasm for this worthwhile RNZYS community project, leaving a legacy for future generations.
• Come for one day or more and bring your friends or family.

Our vision is that kiwi and other native birdlife will return to the RNZYS property on Kawau Island.

To achieve this, the current invasive species and pests need to be removed, with native shrubs and trees to take their place.

Pine clearing commenced in 2021, and already more than 5000 native plants have been established. In our fourth year, we’ll focus on assisting those plants to survive and flourish.

As land owners and responsible citizens, we are part of the wider Kawau community which is heavily invested with Predator Free 2050 via Restore Rodney East / Council / Forrest & Bird / DOC.