76% of our native freshwater fish are either threatened with or at risk of extinction. Help restore our waterways to create safe habitats for our most endangered freshwater species.
Aotearoa New Zealand's freshwater is in a dire state. Sadly, 45% of our rivers are now unsafe for swimming and nearly half of our lakes in poor health. Wetlands are also suffering, and threatened birds, like the matuku-hūrepo (bittern), are also struggling.
You can read more about how we are working with connecting with our communities to engage people with how they can make a difference for our most precious resource - wai (water) here. You can also take action today and Awhi Awa | Embrace a stream below!
To purchase one pack you can become a supporter for $30 per month. You can also give a one-off donation of $99.
Please tell us in the comments if you would like a tuna (eel) or kōaro (fish)
Awhi Awa
Embrace a Stream
Your Awhi Awa | Embrace a Stream kete includes:
💙Information on how to awhi an awa and embrace a stream
🐟Education material about endangered freshwater ika (fish) in te reo Māori and English
💻Presentation for teachers, businesses and community groups to share with people about the project
💧How drain systems work, and why we need to restore the health of our waterways
📝Access to education modules (4) for classrooms
🐟Signage of a tuna (longfin eel) or kōaro (native fish) made of scrap steel
🪛Concrete drill and screws
📽️Video on how to apply signage
📰Subscription to our newsletter and updates on endangered species and the health of our waterways