It’s been another amazing year across the Kiwi Coast network – which now spans over 285,000 hectares and links 272 entities.
The Kiwi Coast 2025 Annual Report highlights the network’s achievements from
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025, celebrating 12 years of effective support for
community-driven conservation projects in Northland.
Key achievements include:
- 120,520 animal pests collectively trapped in 2024, bringing the total trap-catch tally to nearly 1 million pests removed.
- 13 new projects joined the network, expanding its impact.
- Skill-building workshops grew to a total of 174, with 4,764 people attending in the past year.
- 4,764 people participated in Kiwi Coast-supported events and capacity-building workshops, bringing the 12-year total to 30,984.
- A new website and media presence, including recognition by National Geographic, raised the profile of Kiwi Coast’s success.
Kiwi Coast Coordinator, Ngaire Sullivan, said:
“We remain steadfast in our commitment to supporting community, iwi, and hapū-led environmental stewardship across Northland. With the Kiwi Coast Trust providing vital backing, an ever-stronger network of protection is being created for the ecosystems and native wildlife of Te Tai Tokerau.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the groups and projects for their continued dedication and hard work. We also express our gratitude to our partners, Northland Regional Council, our generous funders, Foundation North and Save the Kiwi Trust, as well as our committed sponsors and supporters. It is an honour to collaborate with you on this extraordinary initiative.”
Download the full report here or contact Kiwi Coast to receive a printed copy.
