As the Maori tribes once fiercely defended this land, we are passionate about the reawakening of its spirit. The more trees we plant, the more wetlands we reintroduce, the faster the restoration of ecosystems.

This is a story of birds returning, legends woken, centuries year old trees resting in forests now rejuvenating around them. This is, about guardianship (kaitiaki) of the land rather than ownership, and in order to do this we follow the principles of strategic sustainable management to guide our decisions.

How We Achieve This:

By generating an excess of carbon credits through plantings of native trees and shrubs, both to increase biodiversity and to enhance the environment.

Providing carbon credits and offering them for sale.

New buildings designed to respond to the varied land-forms and ecosystems corresponding to each unique site. With the four elements as their inspiration and the concept of cradle to grave at their core.

By utilising renewable resources - and employing local people.

Sourcing trees locally, or from our own nursery. Practising pest control to protect the number of native birds and plants, (some of whom are nationally rare species).

Protecting the forest, which includes many ancient trees, with one Kauri up to 1000 years old.

THE PEOPLE

Dr John Craig
The manager and co-owner of the property, is a professor at Auckland University in Environmental Management. He has a long research history in ecology and biodiversity conservation, serving on a number of Boards and Trusts. Recently awarded the Charles Fleming medal for environmental achievement, he is both internationally and nationally recognised for his contribution to conservation and restoration work.

As a co designer of Tiritiri island, he has had invaluable experience in large restoration projects.

Dr Anne Stewart
As assistant manager and co-owner, Anne has had many years experience in both the conservation and horticulture fields. Currently managing the plant nursery and horses, along with overseeing the renovation work.