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SUMMARY:Friends of Oratau Volunteer Morning
DESCRIPTION:Join the Greenhithe Community Trust at Oratau Reserve this EcoFest 2026 \nGet outdoors\, meet locals\, and help care for one of Greenhithe’s special green spaces. \nBe part of the Friends of Oratau Reserve \nLed by locals Pete and Garth\, with support from facilitator Gary\, this welcoming volunteer group has been restoring Oratau Reserve in Greenhithe since 2019.\nThe reserve stretches from Orchard Reserve (off Almond Grove) out to Lucas Creek\, forming an important stream outlet and bird corridor.\nEach week the team works to protect the area by removing pest plants\, carrying out pest‑animal control\, and planting native species. \nThe group meets every Wednesday at 9.30am at the end of Oratau Place. \nWhat you can get involved in \n\nRescuing native plants from weeds\nPreparing sites for native plantings\nPlanting native trees and shrubs\n\nNo experience is needed — just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Come on your own\, with family\, or with friends. Everyone is welcome. \nWhat to bring \nMorning tea is provided. Please bring a cold drink if needed.\nIf the weather is poor\, emails will be sent to those registered. \nConnect with us \nFriends of Oratau Reserve is a Greenhithe Community Trust initiative supported by the Upper Harbour Local Board and Auckland Council.\nTo join in\, contact gctnicola@gmail.com and connect with us for an EcoFest 2026 event.
URL:https://ecofest.org.nz/event/friends-of-oratau-volunteer-morning/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:Oratau Reserve\, Greenhithe\, End of Oratau Place\, Greenhithe\, North Auckland\, 0632
CATEGORIES:Torohē Nuku/Explore Nature
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greenhithe Community Trust":MAILTO:gctnicola@gmail.com
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