Protecting the wildlife and waterways of Kaiaua and Miranda
From the Firth of Thames coastline to the farmland and waterways inland, local people are working together to protect a landscape rich in biodiversity and help native wildlife thrive.
Why this project matters
The coastline between Kaiaua and Miranda is part of the wider Firth of Thames, an internationally significant environment for shorebirds and other wildlife. At Pūkorokoro–Miranda, tidal flats and coastal wetlands provide vital feeding and resting habitat for migratory birds travelling thousands of kilometres between breeding and feeding grounds.
Beyond the coast, rural properties, streams, wetlands and pockets of native bush support a diverse range of wildlife. These habitats are connected, and their health depends on the wider landscape being cared for.
Introduced predators such as rats, stoats and possums put pressure on native birds and other wildlife, while healthy waterways and regenerating vegetation are important for maintaining biodiversity across the catchment.
By bringing communities together to reduce pest predators, protect waterways and care for natural habitats, local conservation efforts can make a greater difference across the landscape. Every trap checked, bait station maintained and neighbour encouraged to get involved helps build a more connected approach to conservation.
Together, we can help protect the special coastal environment of Kaiaua and Miranda, creating healthier habitats and a more resilient landscape for future generations.
Get involved in Kaiaua & Miranda
1. Join the Kaiaua & Miranda project newsletter
2. Get in touch with the local project coordinator
Email: contact@tearahikoi.nz
3. Check out our events calendar
See what's coming up in your local area and across our rohe
Already have traps and bait stations?
We would love it if you could map them on Trap.NZ, and, even better, keep records of what you catch (Don’t worry, the exact locations are kept private, it just lets us know roughly where action is happening in the area).
How to map your traps and bait stations and keep records
1 – Register on Trap.nz
2 – Join the Kaiaua project
Join the Kaiaua project
4 – Use the app to map your traps and bait stations and to keep records
Map your traps and bait stations and to keep records of when they’re rebaited and when captures happen. Check out trap.nz's handy 'Getting Started' info to learn the basics of using this powerful conservation platform.
When nature thrives, we all thrive.
Te Ara Hīkoi empowers communities across Franklin to protect and restore nature through predator control, habitat restoration, pest plant management, and conservation education.
