Photo by Bradley Shields

Creating a Thriving Wildlife Habitat

Removing pests from Onetahua|Farewell Spit to pave the way for nature to thrive in this wāhi tapu - a sacred place, rich in Māori traditions. 

Project Area

Spanning 12,000ha of unique landscapes and wildlife habitat in northwest Golden Bay, NZ. This special area stretches from the iconic tip of Onetahua Farewell Spit to the edge of Whanganui Inlet, encompassing Pākawau Forest in Kahurangi National Park, the Wharariki Ecosanctuary and the Kaihoka Lakes Scenic Reserve. 
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Predator Free Farewell Spit mapPredator Free Farewell Spit map

Have you heard? We found a kiwi near Onetahua Farewell Spit!

Length of Onetahua | Farewell Spit

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Photography by Bradley Shields and Rebecca Bowater
Caspien Terns on Farewell Spint - Photo Credit Bradley Shields
White Fronted Tern on Farewell Spit - Photo Credit Bradley Shields
Australasian Gannets - Photo Credit Bradley Shields
Photos by Bradley Sheilds

Project partners

Pest Free Onetahua is a partnership between Tasman Environmental Trust and Manawhenua Ki Mohua and works with local landowners and the Mohua Golden Bay community. The project is co-funded by Predator Free 2050 Ltd. 

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