The release of Wētāpunga on Matakohe Island
Photos by Wendy Bown. Written by Jonny Beech. It was a moment worth celebrating for Matakohe Limestone Island, with 450 wētāpunga released onto the island in May 2026. Their arrival marked a momentous milestone for this predator-free reserve in Whangārei Harbour and reflects years of dedication, partnership and belief in what restoration can achieve. Welcoming […]
Aug/Sept 2024 Ferret Incursion
Matakohe Limestone Island has recently dealt with a ferret incursion. On Friday September 6th our resident kiwi Sir Ed was found dead in his nest with 2 eggs next to him. The circumstances were suspicious, so a camera was placed facing the nest overnight. Upon checking the camera on the morning of Saturday September 7th, […]