Trustee John Sumich

Trustee John Sumich

A lifelong interest in fauna and flora, what used to be called “Nature Study”, when he was a child, stayed with John through his adult life. A science degree at Auckland was followed with a medical degree from Otago University. He set up his general medical practice...
Santa’s elves

Santa’s elves

Santa isn’t the only one who has helpers! We have many… last week we had our first volunteer sewing session to make beautiful, sustainable, cutlery bags from donated pieces of fabric, filled with recycled cutlery – a fork, spoon, knife and straw...
Matuku moana

Matuku moana

Many of our volunteers are not just “ours” – they volunteer at other projects as well – Mototapu, Oakley Creek, Orangihina, Ark in the Park – to name just a few! And some volunteer at Birdcare Aotearoa, which is the only place in Auckland...
What a pARTy!

What a pARTy!

Our 2023 anniversary party turned into a three-day pARTy, thanks to Derek March’s ‘takeover’ of our barn and education center as part of the Waitakere Open Studios. Professional artist and conservationist Derek March has been a volunteer with...
Education highlights

Education highlights

This year, we have welcomed almost 1,000 students to Matuku Link for our school education days. We have had the privilege of educating and connecting with not only these students, but also the teachers and whanau members. Our education days are always exciting, with...