We're pleased to announce that registrations for the July 12th planting day are now open!

The 2025 Motutapu planting season is off to a great start, with our incredible volunteers getting 6000 rākau/trees in the ground last weekend - a massive thanks to everyone who mucked in!

So whether you're a diehard volunteer that hasn't missed a planting day yet or looking to get involved for the first time (or anywhere in between!), we warmly welcome you to join us on July 12 for the second of four planting days we will be holding over Winter and Spring.

These days are a great way to contribute to the restoration of Motutapu as a sanctuary for taonga species. All ages are welcome (though please note, if you bring your children, you take full responsibility for their supervision) and no experience is required - and as always, transport on the Explore boats and lunch are on us.

Pick ups will be from the Viaduct (approx. 8.30am) and Stanley Point (approx. 8.45am), with the return trip departing from Motutapu at 4.00pm.

Head to the link below to register for the July 12 volunteer day now: