Education The Manawatū Estuary Trust (MET) undertakes its educational responsibilities seriously and offers a range of activities, which includes its events, to both schools and members of the public enabling a better understanding of this outstanding area. All enquiries should be made via the contact form on the support MET page. Another organisation which offers educational experiences around the estuary is Wildlife Foxton Trust (WFT). Their new website, since the recent move to Foxton Beach, is still under construction but contains contact details for enquiries from school visits. Both offer a variety of activities ranging from birdwatching, mini beast searches, plant education (via weeding sessions) and a popular activity for schools is the Marine Metre Square (Mm²) program, data from which is fed into Otago University database, a Citizen Science project. Enquiries for this should be sent to Wildlife Foxton Trust. Both Trusts work with other organisations to fulfill both their educational and research aims including Horowhenua District Council, Horizons District Council and Department of Conservation, plus individuals that specialise in particular aspects of wildlife, environment and culture of the area. Exploring the dunes with a group from Koputaroa School searching for special inhabitants that occur there, including some only found in Aotearoa New Zealand. Wildlife Foxton Trust hosted a group of Japanese students as they participated in a Mm² session at the estuary. Plenty of crabs were found. Explanation of the importance of Harakeke being explained to a group of students during a visit to the estuary.

Rauparaha/Shore Bindweed Calystegia soldanella Native. Not threatened. This native convulvulus graces the Dune Garden, both dry dunes and dune wetland areas but is generally a widespread species being also found in the temperate climates of both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere. It is a low growing plant with fleshy green, glossy leaves. Pink and white, trumpet-shaped flowers grace the summer half of the year. An annual, it disappears almost completely in the winter, to start afresh in the spring. Small dune hollows are often filled with the black seeds which have rolled downhill from the plants. Roots are quite fleshy and penetrate deep into the sand and it is this that aids their survival as they are able to propagate from root fragments. NZPCN-Calystegia soldanella iNaturalist-Calystegia soldanella

Over time this section will include content that will point readers to areas of research that has either been completed or projects that are in progress. It will also include sections on how and where to record sightings and areas where identification of species can be found or questions asked. This page is still under development but please feel free to contact the developer via the submission form under the Support MET tab with any additional groups or sites that you feel should be included. With global warming and the more expansive movements of some animals and plants that seems to be occurring, recording programs which, at the moment seem not to be relevant to the area are included as they may be in the future, bearing in mind that in the past couple of years Sea Turtles and Sea Snakes have been found on local beaches and in December 2023 a Hector's/Maui Dolphin was seen off the coast. RECORDING SITES Links are included but may take on the form of a logo rather than the standard method adopted throughout the rest of the website. Registration is required and once this is done, the easiest way to get started is to click on the submit button, then using the "find it on a map" section, locate the recording site and give it a name. This will then be registered and can be found from your drop-down list on that page. Press continue and what follows is self-explanatory. This is a global database and can be used to enter sightings from anywhere in the world, also allowing species to be searched for with location lists giving an idea of what species.are in an area that may be of interest. Full user tutorial . Again, this is a global database in which records can be entered from anywhere in the world. It also allows you to search for species and location lists. Registration is required but is fairly straight forward. Once done, open site and click add observation and follow instructions, Once this is done entries can be made, ideally with a photograph as this then allows verification of the species if needed. Add as much information as possible. The estuary is a very important area for migrating birds and over the years much research has been done on these global travelers, many of which have covered over a hundred thousand kilometers in their lifetime. New technology is now being used to track these birds but can't be applied to all because of the expense involved. For many years metal bands have been used, inscribed with a unique number and the banding scheme to which the details are related to, in the case of Aotearoa New Zealand it is the Department of Conservation. More recently colour bands of various types are applied to birds' legs. Where metal banded birds really need to be caught again to be read with certainty, coloured bands can be read in the field and submitted to DoC on the sightings form which lists all the information required and how to read the band layout correctly. The estuary is an ideal place to participate but please take a photograph if you can and submit along with sightings form. Limited details are given under a separate heading on the birds page. After a major weather event the group of animals most likely to be affected are sea birds, species that live most of their lives on the open ocean, only coming ashore to breed. Individuals can be washed up on beaches and although, most are dead, they can still provide valuable data so please record fatalities via Seabird Beach Patrol Scheme. Identification can, in some case, be made by shape of the bill which is quite distinctive in many species. Thank to Birds NZ four identification cards ( no.1 no.2 no.3 no.4 ) are available here. These can be downloaded and laminated or photographs taken for later reference but please record. If a band is present please record on the form listed above. A tagging program operates for New Zealand Sea Lions and while they are mostly restricted to the lower South Island they are becoming more numerous with reports of individuals wandering further afield so keep an eye out for any plastic flipper tags if you are lucky enough to see one. Other means of tracking are employed but are used only by professionals with the right equipment. Remember the safety guidelines of not approaching closer than 10 m but photographs can be taken and enlarged on a computer which will help with reading the number. Details can be recorded on Sea Lion Tags which also has heaps of other interesting information. The Sea Lion Trust is also a good general website. ARDS is the Amphibian and Reptile Distribution Scheme administered by DoC to plot distribution and occurrence of these species that are reported from Aotearoa New Zealand. Frogs (endemic and introduced), Geckos, Skinks, Tuatara, Sea Snakes and Sea Turtles are included, and data can be found on the atlas via a drop-down list of over a hundred species with both common and scientific names given for easy location. Each species contains data and a map, which unfortunately gives a location and not actual sites where recorded. Difficult with common species but for sparsely recorded species such as Sea Snakes and Sea Turtles specific locations would have been good. A recording form for observations is given here . Found exclusively in certain coastal waters around the North Island of Aotearoa New Zealand, Māui Dolphin is the world's smallest and rarest dolphin, with an estimated 65 individuals left in the wild. Hector's Dolphin is very similar and found mainly around the South Island with a few stragglers making it further north. Both being the only dolphins in Aotearoa New Zealand to have a rounded dorsal fin so both are easily identifiable as a species and because of their rarity any sightings should be recorded. This can be done using a link via this page which also contains other valuable information and links. See Mammals for reporting other whale and dolphin sightings. FACEBOOK GROUPS Many Facebook groups have been set up to cover a wide range of subjects, mainly on a national basis but are included because they could be relevant to the area and are a useful platform to upload photographs onto if you want an identification. Likewise, many national conservation organisations have posts which are also worth seeing. As such, listed below are a number of sites but please use the search tool on Facebook to check them out - some you need to join before being able to open but each will explain. None are included as links as an extra security safeguard, and it is up to the individual to make the choice. Manawatū Estuary Trust Wildlife Foxton Trust Forest and Bird New Zealand Native Orchids New Zealand Bird Identification Insects and Invertebrates of New Zealand Native Plants of Aotearoa (New Zealand) New Zealand Garden Bird Survey New Zealand Lizard Identification Mushrooms of New Zealand New Zealand Birders Wildlife of New Zealand The New Zealand Epiphyte Network Fernbirds Orca Watch New Zealand Environmental Protection Authority NZ Cetacean Spotting NZ - Whale and Dolphin Watch New Zealand Bittern Conservation New Zealand Nature New Zealand Whale and Dolphin Watch - Wellington Godwits New Zealand Moths and Butterflies of NZ Trust species list FOXTON BEACH/ESTUARY SPECIES LIST Most records that are available just give Foxton Beach as a location but an iNaturalist Manawatū Estuary Ramsar site has been set up to record species with all having at least one photograph to identify it. The full Excel spreadsheet list has been split and is now linked via the introduction page.to that sections species list but please bare in mind that they are far from complete and still a work in progress that needs peer reviewing. It is included as an excel file for people to have a look at and get an idea of how valuable an area this is. There are notations in some area for further research which will be followed up at some point. There are still species to classify correctly (and to add) and arrange so please take at face value but contact me via the form under the Support MET tab if you have any comments. Up-dates will be added as and when but feel free to download.

Three-ribbed Arrow Grass Triglochin striata Native. Not threatened. This is another small pioneer species in dune wetlands and estuaries. In the saltmarsh areas of the Manawatū Estuary it seldom plays a big part, but its pioneering role is more obvious in the Dune Garden. In other areas such as the large dune wetland area at the south end of the Ohau Estuary, there are large and dense patches of this species. Although native to Aotearoa New Zealand it is widespread across the world being recorded from Australia, North and South America, Africa and southern Portugal . The tiny white flower of this species are very fragile and borne on spike-like structures which reach up to 200 mm tall. They are known to fruit profusely. NZPCN-Triglochin striata iN aturalist-Triglochin striata

Kuruwhengi/Australasian Shoveler Anas rhynchotis Native. Not threatened. The Australasian Shoveler is a dabbling duck, getting most of its food from the surface of water or mud which it filters through the lamellae (hair-like structures) on the upper edge of the top mandible (bill). Invertebrates and seeds form the bulk of their diet. The beak itself is a major feature of the species, and the shape gives the bird its name. Males are quite distinctive with their blue-grey head and neck with a white crescent at the base of their bill. Mottled brown and white breast, chestnut flanks, and a white patch at the base of the tail. Females are a mottled brown with dull brown bill and eyes. Out of the breeding season some males develop female-like plumage. Lowland coastal swamps, freshwater lakes and wetlands plus occasionally the open sea are favoured habitats for this fast-flying species. It is seen in the estuary at most time of the year. nzbirdsonline-Australasian Shoveler Tētē-moroiti/Grey Teal Anas gracilis Native. Not threatened. The Grey Teal is seen on the river, mostly at dawn and dusk. It seeks refuge in the estuary during the shooting season (starting in May) but at other times solitary pairs can be observed fairly close to the tide line. Pairs can often be seen on the ponds and waterways around Holben Reserve Grey Teal is a small dabbling duck with a dark crown and a pale throat and cheek. The eye is red, and the beak and legs are black. It can be distinguished from the Grey Duch and Mallards by its lack of facial stripes and its much smaller size. Generally found on shallow fresh water with plenty of cover., it flies with a quick wingbeat when disturbed Although it isn't a gamebird, it is often mistaken for Grey Duck or Shoveler and shot. nzbirdsonline-Grey Teal grey teal mallard Rakiraki/Mallard Anas platyrhynchos Introduced. Not assessed. Male Mallard has a glossy green head, a white ring around the neck, a chestnut breast, orange feet, and a grey back. The female is much less showy, with upperparts patterned in browns and lower parts pale. She has a pale line above the eye and a dark line through the eye and looks similar to the Pārera/Grey Duck. The female can be distinguished by her darker throat and by the lines above and below the eye, which are much less distinct than in the grey duck. The dark stripe through the eye on Mallard is also much less distinct. Greys and Mallards are capable of hybridising, so some intermediate versions may be seen, especially in the males. Unfortunately, this is likely to result in the extinction of this species in Aotearoa New Zealand. Take a good look at those in the estuary and see the plumage variation. The Mallard is a dabbling duck, which means it feeds from the surface of shallow water and doesn't usually dive for its food, which consists of aquatic invertebrates and plants. It may pick things off the surface or upend itself and reach down into the water, its tail sticking up. nzbirdsonline-Mallard.

Pāpāngaio Te Wharangi Manawatū Estuary Newsletters Prior to the launch of the Pāpāngaio Te Wharangi Manawatū Estuary Management Plan in March 2025, the first newsletter produced by the Manawatū Estuary Management Team became available in November 2024 and is linked below. Future issues will be produced at least quarterly. Subsequent issues are also linked as are the Management Plan and Ramsar pages for more general information on the Ramsar site and the documents associated with it. Issue 6 February 2026 Issue 5 December 2025 Issue 4 September 2025 Issue 3 July 2025. Issue 2 April 2025 Issue 1 November 2024 Newspaper and Magazine Articles The launch of the Plan attracted much local media attention in both the Horowhenua Chronicle and the Horowhenua Star. As time progresses, it is anticipated that there will be more coverage of the estuary and the activities which are undertaken to improve this important area. Click on dates below each thumbnail to view a larger version. newspaper Horowhenua Chronicle 12/2/26 Stuff 10/2/2026 Horowhenua Star 5/12/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 20/11/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 02/10/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 04/9/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 24/7/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 24/7/2025 Manawatū Standard 3/5/2025 Horowhenua Star 4/4/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 21/3/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 21/2/25 Horowhenua Chronicle 18/12/2025 Horowhenua Star 28/11/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 12/11/25 Horowhenua Star 26/9/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 04/9/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 29/5/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 1/5/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 1/5/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 28/3/2025 ENM Newsletter March 2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 22/1/2024 Horowhenua Chronicle 11/12/2025 Horowhenua.Star 21/11/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 02/10/25 Horowhenua Chronicle 25/9/25 Horowhenua Chronicle 31/7/2025 Horowhenua Star 27/6/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 8/5/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 17/4/2025 Manawatū Standard 25/3/2025 Horowhenua Chronicle 28/2/2025 Stuff 20/2/2023

Retoreto/Red Azolla Azolla rubra Native. Not assessed. This is perhaps Aotearoa New Zealand's most unusual species of fern is as much as it is entirely aquatic, being found on ponds, slow-flowing streams and ditches. It is found throughout both Islands but has predominantly been replaced in Northland by an introduced Australian species. Also, found throughout the Pacific reaching as far as India. As can be seen from the photograph it can form dense patches which can cover entire areas. Usually brick red or glaucous green it produces spores which are dispersed either by wind, water or by attaching themselves to anything that move through their environment. NZPCN-Azolla rubra iNaturalist-Red Azolla azolla Rauarahu/Austral Bracken Pteridium esculentum Native. Not threatened Thought by many to be the bracken of the Northern Hemisphere it is in fact native to parts of Southeast Asia, the Islands, Australia and New Zealand and is easily distinguished from its northern cousin by its more delicate foliage. It is a fairly robust plant which grows from underground rhizomes and spreads quickly in disturbed ground to the extent that it can quickly become a serious pest. As can be seen in the photograph the frond are upright and are triangular when fully open. It is said that this species is less toxic to stock than other species but can still prove detrimental if eaten over long periods. Rhizomes are reputed to be edible. NZPCN-Pteridium esculentum bracken spleenwort Petako/Sickle Spleenwort Asplenium polyodon Native. Not threatened. This is a species of fern that prefers either full or partial shade and is frequently found in woodland. In the region plants can be found in the pine plantations that border the Estuary with the odd plant being located further into the dunes that have a covering of vegetation, usually non-native. Occurring throughout most areas of Aotearoa New Zealand but mostly in western areas of the South Island. Although not threatened nationally, it has a regional classification of naturally uncommon for Otago. It is also to be found in Australia, Pacific Islands, Indo-Malaysia and Madagascar. Spores which are bourn on the underside of the leaves are dispersed by wind. NZPCN-Sickle Spleenwort

Strand Sedge Carex pumila Native. Not threatened. Nowhere is this clearer than in the Dune Garden, that this is a foundational plant for ephemeral dune wetlands on this coast, where it shelters many of the smaller species found there. It is a common species in coastal regions of Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia, Chile, China and Japan where it can also be found growing near coastal lagoons and rivers. Is also a lawn weed in some locations. It is a low growing sedge reaching 0.4m with distinctively channeled, smooth-edged, blue-grey leaves. Delicate white flowers produced during summer are followed by robust seed heads through autumn which develop into oval shaped nut-like structures up to 3mm in length. iNaturalist-Strand Sedge NZPCN-Strand Sedge

Kawaupaka/Little Pied Shag Microcarbo melanoleucos Native. Relict (much reduced but stable population) This is the most common of the five species of cormorants recorded in the Estuary and is most frequently seen perched on both man-made and natural structures. They will also rest on land, but this is not favoured as difficulty is experienced when taking off. Diet consists of fish, including tuna (eels) and crustacea but will also consume frogs and invertebrates in brackish water. They hunt by diving and can stay submerged for up to twenty seconds at a time often surfacing some distance away. At the onset of the breeding season both sexes develop a crest. Nests are built in tree-top colonies, usually over-hanging water and are bulky structures in which up to five eggs are laid. Also observed in the area is the Māpunga/Great Cormorant:(Phalacrocorax carbo ) which is a much large, all black bird. This is a cosmopolitan species that occurs in many parts of the world. nzbirdsonline-Little Shag

IN-PAGE INDEX Marram Red-purple Ragwort Tree Lupin Moundlily Yucca Tree Mallow Poplar Cape Spurge Agapanthus Everlasting Pea Wilding Pine Karo INVASIVE SPECIES Marram Karaihe/European Marram Grass Calamagrostris arenaria Introduced. Not assessed. Probably the worst pest species we have in the dune system at Foxton Beach. It wasn’t always thought to be and had previously been widely planted as a means of stabilising sand erosion . A deep-rooted species which creates high dunes through its deep penetrating roots. Unfortunately, as can be seen in the photograph opposite, these can cause the dune to collapse. The planting of native sand-binders such as Pingao and Spinifex has been undertaken at the dunes for several years now, and in time, will hopefully prove to be a better solution than Marram. It has been proven that seed can remain viable for over 20 years at up to depths of 4 m of sand. Wind erosion could bring these to the surface at a future date. View article abstract here . nzpcn-Marram Grass Red-purple Ragwort Red-purple Ragwort Senecio elegans Introduced. Not assessed. This is a species that originated from South Africa with sand dunes its favoured habitat and, if left unchecked can quickly colonise new areas. They are controlled in the managed area of the dune garden but are found in areas bordering the estuary and should be pulled up, ensuring the basal leaves are removed. It is a very colourful plant and one that is grown in gardens and while not encouraged it is recommended to remove developing seed heads once flowering is finished. They produce an incredible number of seeds which is wind dispersed, thus quickly establishing new areas. Some species can cover large areas, and this can be seen on parts of Transmission Gully with Pink Ragwort. Some species can also be poisonous to stock. Weedbusters-Red-purple Ragwort iNaturalist-Red-purple Ragwort Tree Lupin Tree Lupin Lupinus arboreus Introduced. Not assessed Originating from California, it is a common weed in the area and swathes of yellow in the distance are most likely to be this species. A fairly easy plant to distinguish as a seedling because of its distinctive leaves, it should be pulled up before they become established. Once plants mature and seed, they have the potential to become established quite quickly as seed pods split explosively to disperse seeds which are also spread by water. These tall, up to 2.5 m plants, soon shade out any natives and allow other shade tolerant weedy species to colonise. Controlled in parts of the dune garden but should be pulled up if seen elsewhere. It is also tolerant of wind and cold. Weedbusters-Tree Lupin Moundlily Yucca Moundlily Yucca Yucca gloriosa Introduced. Not assessed. This is a very impressive species that is widely cultivated because of its rather exotic appearance. The only problem is that it can quite often outgrow its welcome and because of this is removed and frequently dumped in the vicinity of the estuary from where some make their way into the sand dunes. The plant itself is impressive with its long narrow, bright green leaves which can reach 50 cm and terminate with a sharp spike. It is at its most spectacular when it blooms, with the bell-shaped, white flowers that can sometimes be tinged with pink. These are produced on a stem which can be up to 2.5 m tall. The elongated berry can be up 7 cm and produce numerous seeds. Once they get to this stage and the dispersed seeds start to germinate this is when the serious problems start. Seeds can also be water dispersed. NZPCN-Moundlily Yucca Tree Mallow Tree Mallow Malva arborea Introduced. Not assessed. This is a species that is found in coastal regions in its natural distribution of Western Europe, extending as far as Libya. Like many pest species they are quite pretty which is a downfall in countries outside of its natural distribution making it a good subject for horticulture. It is fast growing and is subsequently pruned or removed completely while still in seed. Seed is reputed to be very resilient to salt water and can remain viable for many years in quite saline conditions. Because of its mobility and tolerance of sea water it has become quite a serious pest on numerous seabird islands around the world. Aiding its survival is its reputed ability to excrete salt through glands on its leaves. Has the potential pest species in this area. iNaturalist-Tree Mallow Poplar Pāpāra/White Poplar Populus alba Introduced. Not assessed. This pest species became naturalised in Aotearoa New Zealand in 1904 and has since became a serious problem as it spread to many areas. It is also a pest species in many areas outside of its natural distribution of the Northern Hemisphere. At the estuary it is growing extensively on both sides of Pinewood Road just on the approach the beach. Towards the end of 2024, with generous funding from Horizons Regional Council, Kaitiaki o Ngahere have been engaged in some poplar clearance. An example of their efforts can be seen from the photograph opposite. Apart from crowding out other plants, it quickly spreads by producing suckers from lateral roots which can extend as much as 30 m from the main stem, throwing up new shoots to quickly form dense clumps. Wikipedia-White Poplar Cape Spurge Caper Spurge Euphorbia lathyris Introduced. Not assessed. If not controlled this has the potential to become a serious pest in the area. Currently found only in the region of Pinewood Road, it has been the subject of concerted efforts by the Wednesday weeding group at controlling a spreading infestation. Care has to be taken when handling this plant as broken stems produce latex which can cause skin irritation. This is exasperated by exposure to sunlight and can cause severe blistering. All parts of this plant are poisonous to humans and most animals. The natural range of this species is southern Europe and north Africa eastwards to western China.but has become naturalised through garden waste dumping and is now classed as invasive in many countries. iNaturalist-Caper Spurge Agapanthus Agapanthus praecox Introduced. Not assessed. This is a widely grown species which is sometimes called the Blue or African Lily and is familiar to many with its bright blue, globe-shaped flowers. More rarely, white coloured flowers can be found with lighter shades of blue also occurring in some populations. It is a native to Southern parts of Africa but is naturalised in several countries including Australia and New Zealand and is now regarded as a pest species in several others. In Aotearoa New Zealand it is frequently found in parkland and along roadsides. The blooms once they have finished flowering produce a number of flattened seeds which are spread by wind once dry or by water in areas prone to heavy rain. They can take up to four years to flower. They should be deadheaded once flowering is over to help prevent their spread. Wikipedia-Agapanthus praecox Agapanthus Everlasting Pea Lathyrus latifolius Introduced. Not assessed. The alternative name for this plant is the Broad-leaved Sweet Pea, an apt and descriptive name referring to the elongated 2 cm wide leaves which can reach 7.5 cm long. If growing amongst vegetation it is able to scramble up to a height of 2 m, aided by twinning tendrils that help it grasp. It is, however, able to scramble over open ground. Flowers are large, up to 2.5 cm and are a rich pink with some lighter areas. Flowering season can be long, spanning nine months from September through to May, depending on area. Many seedpods are produced but also spreads from rhizomes. Native to Europe it has been introduced to many countries and is now classed as an environmental weed here in Aotearoa New Zealand. NZPCN-Broad-leaved Sweet Pea Everlasting Pea Wilding Pine Pinus radiata Introduced. Not assessed. Several conifer species fall under this category but for the Foxton Beach area it is Pinus radiata, the familiar Radiata Pine. This species as a whole is planted for commercial timber production but it is not those that are planted, it is the growth that develop from seed outside of these areas which cause a problem. These grow quickly and out compete all other species, including any natives. These wilding pines are becoming a real problem in some areas and attempts to control them nationally is becoming a major problem. In the Foxton Beach area, they are not a problem as such but there is a number starting to encroach in the area near Pinewood Road and needs addressing. Wilding Pines.NZ Wilding Pine Karo Pittosporum crassifolium Endemic. Not threatened. This fast-growing shrub is one of the few native species that is considered to be invasive. Although endemic, it only occurs naturally in the north of the North Island and for various reasons has spread too other areas. It is a common garden plant, along with other members of the Pittisporum genus but unlike those it spreads vigorously through the copious amount of seeds it produces. It is mainly a coastal species adapting to a variety of coastal habitats from coastal dune slacks to boulder beaches and sometimes on steep cliffs. Flowers are red/pink/purple and borne in clusters with grey bulbous seed pods developing soon after before the black seeds are dropped or dispersed Wikipedia-Pittosporum crassifolia Karo

Sand Wind Grass Lachnagrostis billardierei Native. Not threatened. Like Tātaraheke/Sand Coprosma, this is mainly considered a dry dune species, but in the Dune Garden is found widely in the ephemeral dune wetland areas too. Common throughout Aotearoa New Zealand, it is also present in Australia. It grows as a tufted grass up to around 50 cm tall, mainly on sand but also occurs in other well-draining habitats such as cobble and rocky beaches, occasionally found inland. Flowers from August through to February and fruits from December to June with the spectacular purple heads of the summer being larger and more common on the dry dune plants but is still a distinguishing feature for this species in the dune wetland locations. NZPCN-Wind Sand Grass iNaturalist-Sand Wind Grass

The Manawatū Estuary Trust is grateful for the support it receives from the community and organisations that fund community groups. We rely on volunteers and donations to run. The Manawatū Estuary Trust holds committee meetings on the first Tuesday of every month and these are held at Holben Pavilion starting at 7pm. The meetings are open to both the public and community. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held in November. A guest speaker and afternoon tea generally follow the proceedings. Details will appear here and on our Facebook page so check in nearer the time. Please contact us if you would like to become a member of the Manawatū Estuary Trust. The annual subscription is $20 for an individual or family. Payment can be made by electronic payment to: Account name - Manawatū Estuary Trust Account number - 38-9007-0522216-00 Kiwi Bank, Levin You can contact us by email using the form below or by post at: Manawatū Estuary Trust P.O. Box 11 Foxton Beach Your details were sent successfully! Send