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Tackling invasive weeds, TongariroE patu ana i ngā otaota kino ki Tongariro

Project Tongariro is committed to restoring the mauri of their unique central North Island landscape.

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E pūmau ana a Project Tongariro ki te whakarauoratanga o te mauri o ō rātou whenua motuhake kei Te Puku o te Ika.

Tackling invasive weeds like honeysuckle, blackberry, and willow is just one of the ongoing tasks that helps native plants and birds thrive again.

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See people getting hands-on to fight pests and help endangered species.

Grab your phone and volunteer for a nature project near you: tepapa.nz/collaborate

This project is part of Te Taiao | Nature at Te Papa.

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