Makaracarpas
Makara
The Makara estuary has been designated as a Key Native Ecosystem (KNE), which means it is a natural feature that is exceptionally important in terms of its ecological value and/or biodiversity.
View of the Makara estuary from the hills
The long-term objective for the restoration of Makara Estuary is to protect the habitats of the special plants, fish and birds that live in or visit the estuary and coast and enhance the character and quality of the coastal landscape for people.
It is hoped that the enhancement of the estuary’s vegetation may encourage similar initiatives along stream sides further up in the catchment.
Makara Model School children are also involved with growing and planting native trees and shrubs around the estuary.
While the early focus of the group’s restoration plan is on the estuary and beach, it is hoped that over time restoration work will spread to include the coastal escarpments to the north and south, and the catchments draining into the estuary.
Some of the group’s activities involve:
- Assisting with site preparation
- Planting
- Releasing plants from weeds
- Maintaining fences
- Checking pest animal bait stations and traps
- Supporting the school nursery
- Carrying out regular rubbish removal
Contact information
Rebecca Wilson, ph: 04 476 9924
Greater Wellington contact
Caroline Ammundsen, ph: 04 801 1034, Caroline.Ammundsen@gw.govt.nz