Parihaka Night Biodiversity Walks | Puanga Matariki Festival

Join a guided night walk and discover the plants and animals that come alive after dark.

Learn how Tiakina Whangārei and the Parihaka Community Landcare Group support local ecosystems.

You may see:

• glow worms
• kauri snails (including glow-in-the-dark snails)
• cave wētā
• tuna (eels) and kōkopu fish

A short quiz and giveaways will take place at the top of the hill.

What to bring

• Torch or head torch
• Comfy walking shoes
• Rain jacket
• Water bottle.

Koha

$10 cash. Humans under 18 free.

Proceeds support: Building a community centre in Whangarei. Sponsoring a local sports team. Please ask the host for more info if you’d like to be involved in either of the ventures.

Who can come?

• Youth are strongly encouraged to attend
• Open, welcoming community event

Bring your curiosity, good vibes, and a sense of adventure – see you there!

Accessibility information: wheelchair access, accessible toilets, hearing loop, accessible parking.

When

Location

Meet at end of Dundas Road. We will walk up Ross Track, Parihaka Reserve.

Dundas Road and Ross Track, Dundas Road, Riverside, 0112, View Map