Community planting day drives Waipa Stream restoration [NZ]Friday 23 Oct 2026 A collaborative effort between forestry, iwi and local community volunteers marked the start of a permanent ecological transition in Rotorua's Whakarewarewa Forest last month, with 8,000 native trees planted along the Waipa Stream corridor.Organised by Kaingaroa Tipu alongside Ngāti Whakaue, Tūhourangi Tribal Authority, industry contractors and community members, the planting day brought together more than 30 volunteers. The initiative represents the start of a long-term programme designed to transition land out of harvested Pinus radiata into permanent native vegetation, enhancing riparian buffers and stream health within the Puarenga catchment. Beyond improving water quality and stabilizing stream banks, the project establishes wildlife corridors and long-term ecological benefits for local recreational users. Kaingaroa Tipu confirmed the planting will be supported by ongoing weed and pest management to ensure long-term ecosystem viability. More >> Source & video credit: Kaingaroa Tipu  |
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