Planting 20 metres of stream may seem like a small step in the grand scheme of restoration, but the impact truly stretches far beyond the borders of our Trees for Survival planting site! By planting native trees, shrubs and sedges, our schools play a vital role in supporting other local restoration and conservation initiatives. Recently students in the Waikato had the opportunity to work alongside staff from the Department of Conservation and Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari. This connection was so rewarding as students gained valuable insight into the bigger picture of their contributions. Their hard work will not only restore habitat, improve water health, and provide a source of food for native fauna, it will also create crucial wildlife-corridors between neighbouring projects. It’s inspiring to realise that every bit of effort we put into restoration is interconnected.
