January 2023 Cyclone Gabrielle impacts grey faced petrels

Having grown up in Coromandel and spent the last ten years here, I have never experienced it to rain non-stop for 10 days and 10 nights and yet that’s what happened from the 2nd of January.  What a wash out for campers and kids on holiday.  January 2023 will be an unforgettable month, particularly for Annemieke Kregting from Kuaotunu Bird …

COME WORK FOR US!

Do you want to help spread the word about conservation on the Coromandel Peninsula? We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications and Engagement Manager to join our team. Are you a talented communicator that can help us tell our stories in print, in person and online, help us manage our volunteers and members, and educate and engage our community …

MEG Kids Activity Packs

New in 2022, MEG has created these ultra cool activity packs jam packed with things to do whether you are on holiday or hanging at home. You can colour in fantastic art by local artist Rebekah Pearson, learn about nocturnal wildlife, play spot the difference, take a Tic Tac Toe challenge and heaps more! The packs are great value and …

Kiwi Aversion Training for dogs 2022

MEG in conjunction with DOC are offering FREE Kiwi Aversion training sessions this summer. If you have a furry friend and spend time across our rohe, we recommend your dog takes part in this training. There are two options; January 15th 2022 at Papa Aroha, or January 22nd 2022 at Waikawau. Please phone Kauaeranga Visitor Centre to book 07) 867 …

Rat trap building at Colville School

MEG members had a great session with children from Colville School talking about conservation including native wildlife, predators, and the importance of pest control. Our trap maker and volunteer extraordinaire Mike showed everyone how to make a rat trap and the kids got to make traps to place around the school.

Coromandel Kiwi Hui

MEG hosts Coromandel Kiwi Hui On November 5-7th 2021, MEG was delighted to host conservation groups from around the peninsula for a weekend of sharing knowledge, learning from experts and each other and making valuable connections with like minded groups across our rohe. Hosted at Tangiaro Kiwi Retreat in Port Charles, the venue was the perfect backdrop for furthering our …

WORK WITH US!

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications and Community Engagement Manager. We are currently looking for a talented communicator to help us tell our stories, manage our volunteers and members, and educate and engage the next generation of nature carers. This is a part-time position based in the northern Coromandel region. Your role will be to communicate and engage …