Turanga Restoration Project – Volunteers Wanted! 🌿

A group of local volunteers has kicked off the Turanga Restoration Project – a long-term mission to remove invasive weeds in Whitford working in with Predator Free Whitford, with support from Auckland Council and the Franklin Local Board. Initially we are working to restore native biodiversity along the beautiful Potts Road Walkway / Bridle Trail in Whitford.

We’re calling on our community to get involved and help us protect and regenerate this special place. It’s also a chance to learn from others in the community how to control pest plants in a hands-on way!

What We’re Doing:

We’re working to eliminate invasive pest plants like: Gorse, privet, woolly nightshade, moth plant, radiata pine seedlings, cotoneaster, honeysuckle, and jasmine.

Why It Matters:

Space is cleared for native plants Improves soil health and long-term stability Supports biodiversity and climate resilience Restores food and habitat for native wildlife

Want to Help?

Join us every Saturday at 9am (even once a month is a help)
Meet at the grassy verge 2 minutes along the walkway from the Potts Rd entrance (near 64 Potts Rd). Parking available at entrance.

What to bring: Gardening gloves, loppers, secateurs, and your community spirit!
Please note: Not suitable for children. Volunteers are responsible for their own health and safety.

Got questions or keen to join?

Text or call 027 233 0972, email us on whitford@predatorfreefranklin.nz or message us directly on our Facebook Page Predator Free Whitford.