Curious about what’s going on at Wairakei Estate? There’s lots to discover — whether it’s a small project or or a big initiative, we’re always working on something new. From our community planting days to industry-leading environmental initiatives, you might be surprised to learn what’s going on in your own backyard.
Our passionate team are proud to have taken out the Waikato Regional Council Water Protection and Waikato River Authority Catchment Improvement Awards at the Ballance Farm Environment Awards in March.
Wairakei Estate and NZ Forest Managers have collaborated to implement wilding pine control – another boost for biodiversity across the Estate.
Monthly reports show a high possum density in our native riparian area, with hundreds caught by our expert contractors. They've also caught a few sneaky stoats and cats. Great news for the native birds and insects that inhabit there!
Encompassing a swim, bike and running course around Lake Taupō, the annual 2024 Wairakei Estate Ironkidz triathlon will take place on Sunday the 25th of February.
How does the small action of collecting wild seeds lead to the bigger picture of thriving ecological areas? Discover all the details from our busy day with Ngāti Tahu – Ngāti Whaoa.
A new relationship agreement and ecological restoration project with Ngāti Tahu – Ngāti Whaoa acknowledges shared hopes for a sustainable future.
We attended the 2022 National Freshwater Conference, engaging with Aotearoa’s leading experts to stay informed and inspired on all things freshwater.
No two days are the same for Robin Gerding, Wairakei Estate's busy Conservation Manager. Here she shares her passion for the natural world.
How do we kickstart our pursuit towards a predator-free future? We explore what the path to Predator Free 2050 looks like.
The Tahorakuri Wetland project saw pastoral farming land transformed into a protected area for everyone to enjoy.
Students, seniors and 5,000 seedlings — the propagation project connects community and conservation for another year.