We’re making Space for Nature
Space for Nature is an initiative to celebrate and support residents of the Bay of Plenty who are protecting biodiversity in their backyards and encourage others to do the same.
The programme is facilitated by Envirohub, working complement the work of existing local projects and agencies.
Who we are…
Space for Nature is a community initiative to celebrate and support whanau, residents, education providers, community groups and businesses who are protecting biodiversity in their backyards and communities, and to encourage others to do the same.
Nature doesn’t just belong in the bush, it belongs in our backyards!
Space for Nature is a way for us to join together, living as part of nature, and learning to protect nature at this very critical time in history.
Working together we can bring nature back into the suburbs
Why make Space for Nature
Private and community properties make up a large part of our suburbs and have potential to be green spaces that support natural biodiversity, and resilience, throughout our district.
Every shrub, every tree, every square metre of nature contributes to a neighbourhood ecosystem. Providing berries, nectar and safe homes for our taonga birds, attracting pollinating insects, and sending roots deep into the earth to create a sponge for runoff during heavy rain.
You can join this movement . We are…
- Contributing to increased tree canopy coverage in urban areas, which results in more habitat for wildlife, cooler temperatures and beautiful green spaces
- Increasing birdlife, lizard and insect populations
- Supporting pollinators for food growing
- Helping more people connect with nature to improve health and wellbeing
- Reducing pest predators to increase wildlife
- Supporting local restoration activities
- Creating a network of kaitiaki (caretakers), taking action to care for the taiao (environment).
Who can join?
All residents throughout Tauranga City and the Western Bay of Plenty can register.
We are inviting private residents, community groups, education providers and businesses to come on board.
How much does it cost?
Thanks to funding from Bay Trust, Tauranga City Council and Western Bay of Plenty District Council, Space for Nature is FREE.
What will your registration give you?
Free advice and support on protecting biodiversity in your backyard
Free Space for Nature workshops
A free native plant
A free Predator Free BOP rat trap and tunnel
A Space for Nature sign to share the message and encourage neighbours to sign up