Welcome to the resources page. We have collated a range of websites, documents, tools and videos that are helpful for restorations projects large and small.
Working bees are a win–win: you get valuable work done on your land, while participants enjoy a meaningful day outdoors, learning, connecting with others, and contributing to environmental care. To help make your working bee safe, enjoyable, and productive, here are some key things to consider
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Wayne O’Keefe back to share crucial insights and practical tips on the planning, planting and protection phases of reforestation: understanding your site's specific conditions and weed pressures is crucial before planting begins, and why selecting the right species in the right place with the right protection makes all the difference long-term.
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NZ Landcare Trust’s biosecurity hub collates practical resources—covering invasive plant, pest, and disease management—designed to support farmers, community groups, and landowners in identifying and tackling ecological threats.
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The Canopy Native Seed Catalogue offers detailed germination and propagation profiles for 34 native tree and shrub species—clearly explaining each species’ seed biology, germination cues, and nursery handling techniques
View resourceThis guideline delivers best-practice instructions for establishing mānuka plantations, covering topics from site selection and eco-sourcing seedlings to planting methods, pest management, and long-term maintenance.
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Use of water crystals to increase plant survival in dry areas
View resourceStep-by-step instructions for the planning and implementing riparian restoration along streams and rivers.
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