Te Tautiaki Hoiho, The Yellow-Eyed Penguin Trust manage numerous reserves across Otago where hoiho nest or come ashore: Tavora in Waitaki; four on the Otago Peninsula including Okia; and Irahuka Long Point in the Catlins. Their strategy is to prevent harmful encroachment onto hoiho habitat by legally protecting the land as reserves. Today, the organisation manages over 1000 acres of land along Aotearoa's coast. As guardians of these sites, they are responsible for ensuring these coastal habitats are a flourishing safe haven for hoiho.
Irahuka Long Point is on a stunning stretch of Otago coastline. This coastal jewel is a prime penguin nesting habitat with significant natural, cultural and biodiversity values, supporting New Zealand fur seals, New Zealand sea lions, numerous seabirds, rare coastal plants, native forest remnants and an archaeological site. The Trust aims to protect these values while encouraging the expansion of multiple seabird populations, not just hoiho.
The Yellow- Eyed Penguin Trust are holding a Community Planting Day to plant eco-sourced native trees at Irahuka/Long Point on 17th September.
This site is rugged and exposed but beautiful. Tasks involve digging holes, planting trees and installing plant guards. A morning tea will be provided.
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.
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