About Tasman Bay Guardians
“Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians.”
Our Vision
Intergenerational actions upholding the mauri of the wai
Toitū te mauri ora – ki uta ki tai
Connecting individual actions to achieve collective outcomes for the wai.
Tasman Bay Guardians is dedicated to empowering communities and Te Tiriti partners to collaboratively protect and restore our aquatic environments across Te Tau Ihu. Through our three guiding pou—Education, Conservation and Collaboration—we passionately advocate for and facilitate the improvement of te taiao and its marine and freshwater ecosystems. Through collaboration with Iwi, councils and other organisations we endeavor to deliver long-term impactful projects.
Our strategy involves actively seeking collaborations to increase reach and impact, including involvement with the Kotahitanga mō te Taiao Alliance, contributing to the Nelson and Tasman Biodiversity Strategies, considering needs of mana whenua and partnering with organisations such as Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust, Ministry for the Environment (Manatū mō te Taiao), Abel Tasman Seashuttles and Kaiteriteri Recreation Reserve. We also maintain contractual relationships with Whakatū and Aorere District Councils and the Department of Conservation.
Our People
Working together to improve the aquatic environments of our region
We are a group of passionate conservationists and educators dedicated to te taiao.
Get Involved
Join us in making a difference!
Whether you’re passionate about marine and freshwater ecosystems or simply want to give back, there are many ways to get involved. Volunteer with us, donate to support our initiatives, become a member to stay informed or sponsor a program to make a lasting impact. Share the positive news of our efforts with your friends and whānau or participate as a citizen-scientist and help us inspire more people to join our cause. Together, we can create thriving, healthy environments for future generations. Your support matters!
