It’s become an icon of Waikanae and, along with Southward Car Museum, gets a special sign on the SH1 ‘Ewy’. Our congratulations on this milestone go to all those involved.
from the NZ Herald
Ngā Manu Nature Reserve, a cornerstone of conservation and Kāpiti tourism, recently commemorated 50 years of dedication to sustainability and education.
Since 1974 Ngā Manu, in Waikanae, has been committed to preserving and enhancing native forests so their inhabitants can flourish.
“We recently reviewed our strategic plan, and it was astonishing to me that the original kaupapa developed 50 years ago was still relevant today,” Ngā Manu general manager Anna McKenzie Hawea said.
“It is testament to Peter McKenzie and the founding trustees that the vision was ahead of its time.”
Throughout the past five decades, Ngā Manu has consistently strived to strengthen the connection between people and the natural world, she said.
“From humble beginnings, the reserve has evolved from a valuable and rare fragment of original lowland forest.
“It now symbolises a future where our indigenous natural heritage is not only valued and preserved, but is integrated back into our landscape, lives and consciousness.”