Kaupapa | Projects
Tawa Esplanade Reserve
Restoring Te Wai o Pareira, one stage at a time.
2,400+ m²
Restored
1,660+
Native Plants
7
Restoration stages
LIVE DATA
The trapping halo
Traplines managed by Rivercare Group and Forest & Bird form a protective halo around Te Atatū Peninsula. Click any line to see captures, species breakdown, and trends.
What began as a neglected reserve is becoming a thriving urban sanctuary for people, wildlife, and future generations. Through ecological restoration, community action, and environmental education, we're reconnecting nature with the heart of Te Atatū Peninsula.
Project Timeline
Timeline of our work and dedicated planning over 5 stages
Thanks to our Partners
RiverCare Group sees this project as an enduring one. We know it will take several years for the changes we make to return Tawa Esplanade to a place where nature flourishes. However, the time to start is now! Our future plans include:
Monitoring and Maintenance
Monitoring and regular maintenance visits (join us!) of the re-planted sites to control the re-infestation of weeds.
Restoration Stages
We have planned 5 stages over several years to continue the restoration effort right down the northern side of the reserve to the end of Wharf Rd.
Community Involvement
Bringing in other groups and schools to grow seedlings and begin effective trapping to control rats, mice, possums and other predator species.
Ongoing Communication
We will continue to work closely with the community on these endeavours and keep you informed.
