Restoring Aotearoa’s Native Landscape: 60,000 Native Trees Planted at Kauri Cliffs
As part of an ongoing commitment to environmental restoration and long-term sustainability, Rural Design is proud to announce the successful planting of over 60,000 native trees and plants along waterways throughout the Kauri Cliffs property.
This large-scale reforestation project is a significant step toward restoring native ecosystems, improving water quality, and enhancing biodiversity across the landscape. By focusing on riparian zones—areas bordering streams and rivers—this planting effort helps reduce erosion, filter runoff, and establish vital habitat for native flora and fauna.
A Collaborative Approach with Local Partners
At the heart of this project is a strong collaboration with local partners and experts. Rural Design, supplied the majority of the plants used in this effort. Known for their commitment to eco-sourced, high-quality native species, Rural Design has played a key role in supporting the ecological integrity of planting.
In addition, plants were also sourced from Nairi’s Nursery, a locally run, Iwi-affiliated nursery. The involvement of local Iwi nursery workers and community members in the planting process has been a huge success—it is great working with local rangatahi who share our purpose of Kaitiakitanga.
This partnership reflects our belief that true sustainability is rooted in collaboration—with both the land and the people who call it home.
Planting the Future: Long-Term Environmental Stewardship
The 2025 planting is just the beginning. Additional planting is scheduled to continue next year, further expanding native coverage across Kauri Cliffs and reinforcing our commitment to long-term ecological restoration.
This initiative is one of many steps being taken to restore native habitats, regenerate natural waterways, and build resilience in the face of climate and environmental change.
By working closely with local communities, environmental specialists, and Iwi partners, we aim to create a landscape that is not only beautiful, but ecologically thriving and culturally meaningful for generations to come.
We’re proud to be part of this collective effort—and even prouder to contribute to the long-term health of Aotearoa New Zealand’s natural environment.
