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What you can do for the environment

From raising awareness to taking action, there are many ways you can get involved in protecting and restoring Wellington's natural environment.

Funding and support for environmental projects

Find out what funding the Council can provide environmental volunteer groups in Wellington and what type of work we support.

How to look after kiwi in your backyard

Find out how to look after kiwi in Wellington and what to do if there is something to report.

How to look after kororā (little penguins)

Learn about kororā and how we can care for them in Pōneke.

Backyard trapping

Be a part of Predator Free Wellington and help protect and restore Wellington's native wildlife by joining the animal pest control community. Go to predatorfreewellington.org.nz

Nurture nature in your backyard

Learn some hands-on tips and tricks to make your place nature-friendly.

City Nature Challenge

Wellington is taking part in the global wildlife count, City Nature Challenge. Find out how to get involved.

Nature-friendly pets

Our pets, particularly dogs and cats, are significant threats to our biodiversity. Find out what you can do to make sure you are a responsible pet owner.

Keep our water clean

Find out how you can help protect Wellington's freshwater from pollution by taking a few simple steps.

Volunteer outdoors

Get involved in volunteer work to protect the environment. Find an environmental community group in your area, or get involved in Council restoration work.