Where community comes first

Caring for our people, land and water

Strength in numbers

Inspiring a thriving and resilient community to come together, empowering positive social and environmental change

More than a catchment group

We're a community focused on sustainable growth and environmental care. We unite landowners, families, and locals through knowledge, resource sharing, and teamwork. Together, we look after our environment and each other, making a difference that lasts.

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Community

Environment

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supporting our collective wellbeing

We put people at the heart of everything we do. By focusing on our community's wellbeing and keeping everyone engaged, we believe we can create lasting change for the environment.

The people and places within our catchment

The West Waikato Coastal Community Catchment Group is a collection of forward-thinking, like-minded locals, who live and work on the land between Port Waikato and the Whaingaroa Harbour. 

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Upcoming events + education

  • Restore-native

    Pest Control Community day

    Wednesday 25th June, two sessions:
    Nikau Cafe, Waikaretu, 9–11am
    Te Akau Complex, 1–3pm

    Join wildlife experts Cam Speedy and Jason Day as they share the results from our recent pest audits in the Waimai and Waikaretu lines.

    They’ll unpack what’s been found and give practical advice for pest control on your farm or lifestyle block. Plus, get a hands-on look at proven traps like the AT220, DOC250, and more with David Crimp from NZ Autotraps.

    Register Here

  • Community Tree Planting Day - Te Akau

    Wednesday 23rd July (with 30 July as the rain date)
    Te Akau Waingaro Community Complex

    Join us for a hands-on environmental day with Waikato Regional Council and Enviroschools. Open to all! These days will include tamariki from local Schools.

    Learn about the ideal growing conditions for various native species. Identify native trees in English, te reo Māori, and by their scientific names. Come plant the seeds of knowledge—and the trees of tomorrow!

    Register Here

  • Community Tree Planting Day - Waikaretu

    Friday 1st August (with 8 August as the rain date)
    Nikau Cafe, Waikaretu

    Join us for a hands-on environmental day with Waikato Regional Council and Enviroschools. Open to all! These days will include tamariki from local Schools.

    Learn about the ideal growing conditions for various native species. Identify native trees in English, te reo Māori, and by their scientific names. Come plant the seeds of knowledge—and the trees of tomorrow!

    Register Here
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