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# tasmanbayguardians.org.nz

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## Posts
- [Tasman Bay Guardians Syd Eru](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guardians-syd-eru/): Meet Syd Eru, as he talks about working for Tasman Bay Guardians in Mohua.
- [Tasman Bay Guardians Kate Radloff – SHMAKers](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guardians-kate-radloff-shmakers/): Meet Kate Radloff, one of Tasman Bay Guardians’ freshwater monitoring specialists. In this video, Kate introduces one of the SHMAKers water-monitoring groups and shows how local volunteers are building the skills and knowledge to better understand and care for their waterways.
- [Tasman Bay Guardians Manager Jude Heath](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guardians-manager-jude-heath/): Jude Heath has been a part of Tasman Bay Guardians for many years, and is passionate about the environment from the Mountains to the Sea. Here she talks about her journey with Tasman Bay Guardians, and her life so far.
- [From Stream Science to Community Action: Wakefield School’s Whitebait Connection Journey](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/from-stream-science-to-community-action-wakefield-schools-whitebait-connection-journey/): This year, two classes from Wakefield School took part in the Whitebait Connection programme, during term 1 and 2, exploring freshwater ecosystems and learning about Aotearoa New Zealand’s native freshwater species, with a special focus on īnanga.
- [Appleby School students connect classroom learning with freshwater action](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/appleby-school-students-connect-classroom-learning-with-freshwater-action/): Appleby School students connect classroom learning with freshwater action
- [Celebrating three years of Wai Connection!](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/celebrating-three-years-of-wai-connection/): After three incredibly busy and rewarding years, the Ministry for the Environment-funded Wai Connection – Tatai ki te Wai project has come to an end.
- [Tasman Bay Guardians snorkel at the Te Hoiere (Pelorus) awa](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guardians-snorkel-at-the-te-hoiere-pelorus-awa/): As part of conservation week TBG were out with some KEEN enthusiastic snorkelers on the Te Hoiere / Pelorus river.
- [Navigating Change Together: Over 50 Waterway Champions Gather for Te Tauihu’s Changing Waters Workshop](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/navigating-change-together-over-50-waterway-champions-gather-for-te-tauihus-changing-waters-workshop/): More than 50 people from across Te Tauihu came together recently for the Changing Waters Workshop, a day dedicated to strengthening relationships, sharing knowledge, and identifying opportunities for collaboration in the face of ongoing environmental change.
- [Tasman Bay Guardians on a river monitoring day](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guardians-on-a-river-monitoring-day/): What does a trip out with a school for river monitoring look like? Watch this video to see what you might experience with your students.
- [Tasman Bay Guardians go on an  īnanga egg hunt ](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guardians-go-on-an-inanga-egg-hunt/): Tasman Bay Guardians are committed to identifying and protecting īnanga spawning zones. This video follows our team as they search for, and discover, īnanga eggs along the banks of a local river.
- [Tracking the Heat: What Our Streams Are Telling Us](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tracking-the-heat-what-our-streams-are-telling-us/): This summer, Tasman Bay Guardians and the Motueka Catchment Collective (MCC) expanded stream temperature monitoring across the Motueka catchment through the Wai Connection project, helping community groups gather vital information about the health of their local waterways.
- [Beneath the Waves: Freaky Features Comes to Motueka](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/beneath-the-waves-freaky-features-comes-to-motueka/): Tasman Bay Guardians are excited to be part of this epic display, helping bring ocean education to life while spotlighting one of the ocean’s most fascinating and mysterious creatures ..... the colossal squid. Every Tuesday, Thalassa shares her incredible knowledge and passion for the moana with very excited tamariki and kaiako, diving into the weird, wonderful, and sometimes downright freaky features of life beneath the waves.
- [Volunteers in Action: Mapping Īnanga Habitat at Jenkins Creek](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/volunteers-in-action-mapping-inanga-habitat-at-jenkins-creek/): In March, Tasman Bay Guardians were excited to host our second Nelson Airport volunteer session at Jenkins Creek īnanga spawning site, located on Fulton Hogan land. This site is a known īnanga (one of the 5 species of whitebait) spawning area, making it a key focus for our monitoring and restoration work.
- [A New Community Group Gets to Know the Wai-iti](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/a-new-community-group-gets-to-know-the-wai-iti/): A new community group has recently formed in the Waimea catchment, bringing together a passionate bunch of locals who are keen to learn more about the health of the Wai-iti and how they can monitor it themselves. While it’s still early days, the group is already off to a great start, building knowledge, skills, and connections with their local stream.
- [West Coast Freshwater Monitoring: Adventures with Suze Harris and the DoC Team](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/west-coast-freshwater-monitoring-adventures-with-suze-harris-and-the-doc-team/): Recently, our team had the incredible opportunity to support the Department of Conservation’s West Coast freshwater ranger, Suze Harris, on a series of monitoring projects along the stunning West Coast. From late-night spotlighting to eDNA sampling, the experience was packed with learning, adventure, and inspiring insights into freshwater ecosystems.
- [Tasman Flood Recovery: Community and Nature Rebuilding Side by Side](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-flood-recovery-community-and-nature-rebuilding-side-by-side/): When the devastating June floods swept through Tasman, they reshaped our landscapes and challenged the resilience of our communities. Riverbanks collapsed, wetlands filled with silt, and habitats were left vulnerable. But from this upheaval came a powerful response... a wave of community-led restoration.
- [Meet Rosa Stones: Tasman Bay Guardians First-Ever Intern!](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/meet-rosa-stones-tasman-bay-guardians-first-ever-intern/): When Rosa Stones talks about the outdoors, her whole face lights up. A third-year Environmental Science student at the University of Canterbury, she’s built her studies around ecosystem health and biosecurity, but it’s her love of the natural world that truly defines her. Whether she’s mountain biking through forest tracks, carving down ski fields, or climbing toward a new summit, Rosa is most at home outside.
- [Our Big Weekend at the A&P Show: Kai, Kōrero, and Community Connection](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/our-big-weekend-at-the-ap-show-kai-korero-and-community-connection/): This year’s A&P Show in Richmond gave us something special: two days of connecting, laughing, listening, and sharing the mahi we care about most. Our stand had a simple purpose: to meet our community where they are, offer some good kai, and spark conversations about the health of our freshwater and marine environments. And judging by the steady stream of people, the curiosity, and the laughter drifting from our tent, it worked!
- [Reviving Life at Ōtūwhero Wetland](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/reviving-life-at-otuwhero-wetland/): How community action is helping īnanga thrive again
- [Tracking the Saltwater Wedge.  Supporting Īnanga Spawning Restoration](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tracking-the-saltwater-wedge-supporting-inanga-spawning-restoration/): This week, the Tasman Bay Guardians team was out in the field conducting saltwater wedge surveys across streams in Te Tau Ihu, as part of our ongoing work to restore īnanga (the smallest fish of the whitebait species) spawning habitats.
- [Beuke’s Bush Planting Day: Rebuilding After the Floods](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/beukes-bush-planting-day-rebuilding-after-the-floods/): On a crisp spring day, seven dedicated members of the Tasman Bay Guardians returned to Beuke’s Bush to complete a very special mission, replanting part of the native forest lost in the devastating flooding earlier this year.
- [Tāhunanui Beach Clean-Up a Huge Success!](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tahunanui-beach-clean-up-a-huge-success/): The amazing team at Tāhuna Beach Holiday Park organised this fantastic community event, with many local organisations bringing their team along to help on the day. He mihi nui, a massive THANK YOU to the 200+ participants who showed up with aroha and energy for this beach clean-up at Tahunanui Beach this weekend!
- [Growing the Future: Native Seedling Event Brings Schools Together for Conservation and Learning](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/growing-the-future-native-seedling-event-brings-schools-together-for-conservation-and-learning/): MoTEC, in partnership with Tasman Bay Guardians and New Zealand Landcare Trust, ran their annual Native Seedling Pricking Out event, giving students a hands-on opportunity to support native forest restoration in our region.
- [Helping Flooded Plantings Across Tasman](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/helping-flooded-plantings-across-tasman/): Over the past few weeks Tasman Bay Guardians and our mighty volunteers have been busy supporting flood-affected planting sites across the Tasman district. From re-standing plants and replacing damaged guards, to clearing silt and debris, we’ve been working alongside farmers, landowners, and hapori to restore damaged sites.
- [Discover the Wonders of Borck Creek!](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/discover-the-wonders-of-borck-creek/): Join us for a fun and educational morning at Borck Creek, Berryfields, as we explore the beauty and importance of this incredible community resource!
- [Collaborative partnership with MacLab](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/collaborative-partnership-with-maclab/): Our Mohua team have started a collaborative partnership with MacLab, who are supporting Tasman Bay Guardians with Litter Audits at Tōtaranui Beach and campground.
- [Planting with the Roding Catchment Group](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/planting-with-the-roding-catchment-group/): The Roding Catchment Group have set a fantastic goal this year to plant 6,700 native trees and plants in the Aniseed Valley, and are off to a flying start! They have 12 restoration sites they are focusing on this season, and have secured their plants through Trees That Count, a Westpac NZLandcare grant, and through growing their own plants in a community nursery with eco-sourced seeds they collected.
- [Sponsorship and Support for our Education Programmes:](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/sponsorship-and-support/): Thank you Friends of the Haven for your continued and support. Your generous donation will go towards our Love Rimurimu programme with @Nelson College Preparatory School. This will be the third year of you supporting our educational programmes which makes planning our future deliveries sooo much easier!
- [Mana Whaitake Engagements:](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guradians-seaweek/): Inspiring Curiosity and Connection with our seas, during Seaweek 2025
- [Embracing the water’s treasures](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guradians/): Usually a guided trip into the Abel Tasman would be ringing with overseas accents, but the recent Community Based Guided Snorkel Experience at Tonga Island Marine Reserve was much more of a local affair.
- [Exploring hidden depths in the Waitapu River](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/exploring-hidden-depths/): Organiser Jude Heath expressed delight at the communities enthusiatic turnout, highlighting the events focus on showcasing the beauty of the Waitapu River. Participants were alsotreated to the sight of volunteers undertaking weed release around the native plants lining the riverbanks, contributing to the rivers health.
- [Tonga Marine Reserve Community Guided Snorkel – 22 FEB 2025](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tonga-marine-reserve-community-guided-snorkel-22-feb-2025/): Tasman Bay Guardians (TBG) are hosting Experiencing Marine Reserves (EMR) Community guided snorkel day at Tonga Marine Reserve in the Abel Tasman National park! This is an activity for locals and NZ residents not for tourists*.
- [Camp Adventures and Experiences](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/camp-adventures-and-experiences/): Collingwood Area School students stayed at the Onetahua Marae for their school camp. Manawhenua ki Mōhua welcomed the students onto the marae and shared the history of the marae and stories. Collingwood Area School shared their Pēpehas to Mana Whenua.
- [Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles – Getting us around!](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/abel-tasman-sea-shuttles-getting-us-around/): We would like to do a huge shout out to Abel Tasman Sea Shuttles, our longest standing funding supporter!
- [Temperature Data from our waterways.](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/temperature-data-from-our-waterways/): See map of some of the areas we have Temperature Data Loggers.
- [Motueka Community Guided River Snorkel 26 JAN 2025](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/motueka-community-guided-river-snorkel/): Date and time: Sun, 26 Jan 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM NZDTDate and time: Sun, 26 Jan 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM NZDTLocation: Mcleans Recreation Area, 2867 Motueka Valley Highway, Woodstock, Tasman 7196Event duration: Event lasts 4 hoursPre-registration: https://www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/motueka-catchment-collective-river-snorkel-registration-1134151560849?aff=oddtdtcreator Email enquiries: thalassa@mountainstosea.org.nz.
- [Love Rimurimu community seagrass seeds collection day](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/love-rimurimu-community-seagrass-seeds-collection-day/): Thanks to these efforts, nearly 600 viable seagrass seeds are now being prepped for germination trials—an exciting first for Aotearoa. This research lays the foundation for future restoration projects, providing iwi and hapori (communities) with tools to restore essential marine habitats. Many hands made light work during our collection day, proving that conservation truly is a collective effort.
- [Nelson Intermediate’s Wāhine Toa Class Shines at Show and Tell](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/nelson-intermediates-wahine-toa-class-shines-at-show-and-tell/): After completing the EMR (Experiencing Marine Reserves) programme the Wāhine Toa class from Nelson Intermediate recently hosted an inspiring show-and-tell day featuring a variety of impactful action projects. The Tasman Bay Guardians were very impressed with the creativity, thoughtfulness, and passion behind each project reflected the students’ deep commitment to ocean conservation and environmental stewardship.
- [Nelson Intermediate & the Experiencing Marine Reserves programme](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/nelson-intermediate-the-experiencing-marine-reserves-programme/): Our Experiencing Marine Reserves (EMR) programme at Nelson Intermediate has been making waves! Both the Wahine Toa (girls-only) and boys’ classes took part in snorkelling sessions at the school pool, building water confidence and mastering snorkelling techniques. These sessions prepared them for their much-anticipated snorkelling trip to Rotokura (Cable Bay, a non-protected area) and Horoirangi Marine Reserve (a protected area).
- [Seagrass Conservation in Te Tau Ihu – Love Rimurimu Programme](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/seagrass-conservation-love-rimurimu/): We’re excited to announce that our Love Rimurimu programme has officially launched in Whakatū! In collaboration with Cawthron Institute, Nayland College and Friends of the Haven, students are now exploring the unique marine ecosystems of Waimea Inlet.
- [Mana Whaitake o Kaiteretere 2024](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/mana-whaitake-o-kaiteretere-2024/): 320 students, from 10 schools (including a group of homeschoolers) across the Tasman Region, participated in the Tasman Bay Guardians Mana Whaitake o Kaiteretere 2024 Event this term!
- [Maitai Catchment Story](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/maitai-catchment-story/): Located in the Whakatū/Nelson region on the northern coast of New Zealand’s South Island, the Maitai Catchment is known for its stunning natural beauty. The Maitai River meanders through native forests, scenic valleys, and the vibrant city of Nelson, creating a diverse landscape that supports rich biodiversity. This area is celebrated for its recreational opportunities and the strong sense of community among its residents. This story is about Collaborative Conservation & Protecting the Maitai Catchment Together.
- [Mending our desert in the bay](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/desert-in-the-bay/): You can listen to the podcast on Fresh FM: https://freshfm.co.nz/programme/mending-our-desert-in-the-bay/ Episode 1 - Oct 14 2024 ep01 - Robin Holmesor Access Media: https://accessmedia.nz/player?EID=d527b0e2-7ab2-46e8-9577-b3bedead7cac
- [Whakamana te maunga, whakamana te wai](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/whakamana-te-maunga-whakamana-te-wai/): Come with us on a journey, from the mountains to the sea. Whakamana te maunga, whakamana te wai.Check out Tasman Bay Guardians new video highlighting our educational conservation efforts - what we do, where we do it and who we do it with!
- [The Love Rimurimu Programme comes to Whakatu – Nelson](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/the-love-rimurimu-programme-comes-to-whakatu-nelson/): The Love Rimurimu programme is making its way to Whakatū (Nelson), and Tasman Bay Guardians (TBG) couldn’t be more excited to launch this innovative educational initiative. Originally developed by Mountains to Sea Wellington, Love Rimurimu is designed to engage students in marine conservation through a year-long, inquiry-based programme. It focuses on the vital roles of seaweed and seagrass in maintaining healthy marine ecosystems.
- [There’s a new group in town – The Roding Catchment](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/theres-a-new-group-in-town-the-roding-catchment/): The recently formed Roding Catchment Group is buzzing with activity! Supported by Tasman Bay Guardians (TBG), they initiated a community-wide survey to identify the specific needs of the catchment. Following this, they hosted a community hui (gathering) to develop a comprehensive strategic plan and work plan, and are working on securing funding for essential resources and expert advice. NZ Landcare Trust was instrumental in getting this group off the ground and now they are running.
- [Matariki spotlighting](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/matariki-spotlighting/): We had a fantastic night at the Matariki Spotlight Event at the Brook Sanctuary! Tasman Bay Guardians teamed up with Waimarama Brook Sanctuary to bring nearly 30 locals from the Brook sub-catchment together for a special guided fish spotlighting event. ????
- [A Stella kind of volunteer](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/a-stella-kind-of-volunteer/): Kia ora koutou, ko Stella tōku ingoa. Growing up with a profound love for our moana, I've always been driven to protect it and share it with others. I am currently pursuing a Bachelors degree in Marine Conservation and Aquaculture, my passion for preserving marine ecosystems led me to the Tasman Bay Guardians and the Experiencing Marine Reserves programme. Volunteering with EMR felt like a natural fit—an opportunity to combine my love for the ocean with meaningful volunteer work.

## Pages
- [Fresh FM – TBG Podcasts](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/fresh-fm-tbg-podcasts/): Join us as we talk to the community about projects, and restoration mahi to help protect and restore the aquatic environments of Te Tauihu. Through conversations with community champions, mana whenua, scientists, educators, volunteers, and environmental leaders, we’ll share inspiring stories of action, collaboration, and hope from across our region.
- [Projects](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/projects/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Resources](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/resources/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Donate](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/donate/): Our donation policy ensures that all contributions support our mission to protect and restore aquatic environments across Te Tauihu.
- [Tasman Bay Guardians Newsletters](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-guardians-newsletters/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Working Documents](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/working-documents-and-useful-links/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Literature database](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/literature-database/): Scientific ArticlesAuthor/s Year Title Keyword/s Type of document Identifyer weblink to hardcopy repository/other location official citation Lawless, P & Holman, S 2006 Nelson Biodiversity Strategy Technical Report biodiversity, Nelson City Council Report Envirolink 160-NLCC5 Text Nelson Biodiversity Forum 2018 Nelson Biodiversity Strategy biodiversity, Nelson City Council Strategy Nelson City Council A1861351 LinkKotahitanga mo te taiao Alliance 2019 Kotahitanga mo te taiao Strategy biodiversity, landscape scale conservation, alliance Strategy LinkWaimea Inlet Forum 2010 Waimea Inlet Management Strategy estuaries, conservation, Nelson City Council, Tasman District Council Strategy Rad:946636 LinkWaimea Inlet Forum 2019 Waimea Inlet Action Plan 2018-2021 action plan, estuaries, conservation, Nelson City Council, Tasman District Council Action Plan LinkNewcombe, E et al. 2015 Assessing the state of the environment in Tasman Bay and Golden Bay report, Nelson City Council, Tasman District Council, state of environment, Tasman Bay, Golden Bay, Nelson Bays Report Cawthron Report No. 2716 LinkNewcombe E, Clark D, Gillespie P, Morrisey D, MacKenzie L 2015. Assessing the State of the Marine Environment in Tasman Bay and Golden Bay. Prepared for Nelson City Council and Tasman District Council. Cawthron Report No. 2716. 70p plus appendix. Newcombe, E 2016 State of the Bays: Tasman Bay and Golden Bay marine environments report, summary, Nelson City Council, Tasman District Council, state of environment, Tasman Bay, Golden Bay, Nelson Bays Report Cawthron Report No. 2891 LinkClark, D 2014 Nelson Bays ecosystem map report, mapping, Tasman Bay, Golden Bay, Nelson Bays Report Cawthron Report No. 2498 LinkClark D 2014. Nelson Bays ecosystems map. Prepared of Ministry for Business, Innovation and Employment. Cawthron Report No. 2498. 19 p. plus appendices. Newcombe, E & Morrisey, D 2016 Advice for the NCC Whakamahere Whakatū Nelson Plan: Coastal Indigenous Biodiversity report, mapping, Tasman Bay, Golden Bay, Nelson Bays, Nelson Plan, Nelson City Council Report Cawthron Report No. 2943 LinkNewcombe E, Morrisey D 2016. Advice for the NCC Whakamahere Whakatū Nelson Plan: Coastal Indigenous Biodiversity. Prepared for Nelson City Council. Cawthron Report No. 2943. 39 p. plus appendices. Boffa Miskell Limited 2016 Nelson Coastal Study - Natural Character of the Nelson Coastal Environment report, Nelson City Council, Nelson, coastal, natural character Report Boffa Miskell Ltd. C14033_06a_Final_Draft_Nelson_Coastal_Study.docx LinkBoffa Miskell Limited 2016. Nelson Coastal Study: Natural Character of the Nelson Coastal Environment. Report prepared by Boffa Miskell Limited for Nelson City Council. Asher, R et al. 2008 Waimea Inlet Sponge Gardens report, Waimea Inlet, sponges Report Cawthron Report No. 1467 LinkAsher R, Clark K, Gillespie P 2008. Waimea Inlet Sponge Gardens. Prepared for Tasman District Council. Cawthron Report No. 1467. 18 p. Baker, CS et al. 2019 Conservation status of New Zealand marine mammals, 2019 report, marine mammals, New Zealand Report New Zealand Threat Classification Series 29 LinkC.S. Baker, L. Boren, S. Childerhouse, R. Constantine, A. van Helden, D. Lundquist, W. Rayment and J.R. Rolfe 2019. Conservation status of New Zealand marine mammals, 2019. New Zealand Threat Classification Series 29. 18 p. Clark, K et al. 2008 State of the environment monitoring of Waimea Inlet: broad scale habitat mapping. report, Waimea Inlet, mapping, state of the environment, monitoring Cawthron Report No. 1473 Tasman District Council Clark K, Gillespie P, Forrest R, Asher R 2008. State of the environment monitoring of Waimea Inlet: broad scale habitat mapping November 2006. Prepared for Tasman District Council and Nelson City Council. Cawthron Report No. 1473. 24 p. Cole, R et al. 2003 Marine habitats, fish and benthic species within a proposes marine reserve, North Nelson. report, marine reserve, fish, benthic species, Nelson Report NIWA Client Report: NEL2003-005 Nelson City Council Cole R, Grange K, Morrisey D 2003 Marine habitats, fish and benthic species within a proposed marine reserve, North Nelson. NIWA Client Report: NEL2003-005 40 p plus appendices. Davey, N et al. 2005 Habitat mapping of Wakapuaka Taiapure. habitat mapping, report, Wakapuaka Taiapure Report NIWA Client Report: NEL2005-023 DOC Davey N, Bradley A, Grange K 2005. Habitat mapping of Wakapuaka Taiapure. NIWA client report Nel2005-023 prepared for Department of Conservation, Nelson. Davidson, R et al. 2013 Horoirangi Marine Reserve, North Nelson, report on rocky shore biological monitoring: 2006-2013 Horoirangi Marine Reserve, monitoring report, rocky shore Report Davidson Environmental Ltd Research, survey and monitoring report number 694 LinkDavidson R, Richards L, Bayly S, Devries D, Bodin G 2013. Horoirangi Marine Reserve, North Nelson, report on rocky shore biological monitoring: 2006–2013. Prepared by Davidson Environmental Limited for Department of Conservation. Davidson, R & Moffat, CR 1990 A report on the ecology of Waimea Inlet, Nelson. Waimea Inlet, Nelson, ecology Report DOC Nelson/Marlborough Conservancy, Occasional Publication No. 1 LinkDavidson RJ, Moffat CR 1990. A report on the ecology of Waimea Inlet, Nelson. Department of Conservation, Nelson/Marlborough Conservancy. Occasional Publication 1: 160pp. Davidson, R & Preece, J 1994 Internationally and nationally important coastal areas from Waimea Inlet to Cape Soucis, Nelson, New Zealand - Recommendations for Protection. Nelson, coastal areas, recommendations, protection Report DOC Nelson/Marlborough Conservancy, Occasional Publication No. 15 DOC Davidson RJ, Preece J 1994. Internationally and nationally important coastal areas from Waimea Inlet to Cape Soucis, Nelson, New Zealand - Recommendations for Protection. Department of Conservation, Nelson / Marlborough Conservancy Occasional Publication No. 15. 46p. Davidson, R et al. 2011 Ecologically significant marine sites in Marlborough, New Zealand. ecologically significant marine sites, Marlborough, monitoring Report
- [Tasman Bay Marine Matters](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/tasman-bay-marine-matters/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [News](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/our-stories/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Contact](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/contact/): If you are interested in learning more about our services, signing your school up for a course, sponsoring a class or supporting our biodiversity work, please get in touch. We are generally out in the field and will get back to you as soon as we can.
- [Restoration & Monitoring](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/restoration-monitoring/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Events & Workshops](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/events-workshops/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [School Programmes](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/education/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [All Programmes](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/programmes-projects/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Conservation](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Collaboration](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/collaboration/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [WAI Connection](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/wai-connection/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Mountains to Sea](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/mountains-to-sea/): Established in 2002 in Northland, the Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust (CC23406) views education as a vital part of society and central to environmental restoration. As a charitable umbrella and support organisation, it oversees the Experiencing Marine Reserves (EMR) marine education and Whitebait Connection (WBC) freshwater education programmes. These programmes involve young people, their whānau, and the wider hapori (community).
- [Get Involved](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/get-involved-donate/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [About TBG](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/about-tbg/): "Nau mai haere mai ki Tasman Bay Guardians."
- [Home of Tasman Bay Guardians](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/): Connecting individual actions to achieve collective outcomes for the wai

## Team
- [Stew Robertson](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/stew-robertson/): Trust Chairperson and Science Advisor
- [Al Alder](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/al-alder/): Marine Restoration Ecologist
- [Harry Allard](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/harry-allard/): Trustee and Science Advisor
- [Jude Heath](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/jude-heath/): General Manager Tasman Bay Guardians
- [Rosalie Bennett](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/rosalie-bennett/): Wai Connection Regional Coordinator
- [Thalassa Kawachi](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/thalassa-kawachi/): Love Rimurimu and EMR Coordinator and Educator
- [Willow Milligan](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/willow-milligan/)
- [Mel McColgan](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/mel-mccolgan/): Wai Connection | WBC
- [Vicki Smith](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/vicki-smith/): Wai Connector
Event Team
- [Te Puoho Stephens](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/te-puoho-stephens/)
- [Rick Field](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/rick-field/)
- [Syd Eru](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/syd-eru/)
- [Caz Gray](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/caz-gray/): Wai Connection Connector
- [Scotty Keen](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/scotty-keen/): Trustee and Nelson/Tasman EMR, WBC and Wai Connection Co-ordinator
- [Cab Chapman](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/cab-chapman/): Admin and Accounts
- [Emma Newcombe](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/emma-newcombe/): Trustee and Science Advisor
- [Glenis Paul](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/glenis-paul/): Trustee
- [Peter Carmichael](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/peter-carmichael/): Trustee
- [Vicki Karetai](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/vicki-karetai/): Trustee / Events and Flora Project Community Coordinator
- [Elliot Easton](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/elliot-easton/): Wai Connection Coordinator
- [Baru Gabzdylova](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/baru-gabzdylova/): EMR educator
- [Monique Patterson](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/monique-patterson/): Wai Connection Coordinator
- [Raelene Mason](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/raelene-mason/)
- [Kate Radloff](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/kate-radloff/): Wai Connection Coordinator
- [Kiara Duke-Love](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/kiara-duke-love/): Wai Connection Catchment Connector
- [Helen Forsey](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/helen-forsey/): TGB Ambassador
- [Megan Wilson](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/megan-wilson/): TGB Ambassador
- [Graeme Bloomfield](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/graeme-bloomfield/): TGB Ambassador
- [Raeonie Ellery](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/raeonie-ellery/): TGB Ambassador
- [Freya McCall](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/team/freya-mccall/): TGB Ambassador

## Conservation Project
- [Ki uta ki ti](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/ki-uta-ki-ti/): School Programme
- [Experiencing Marine Reserves EMR](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/experiencing-marine-reserves/): School Programme
- [Whitebait Connection WBC](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/whitebait-connection/): School Programme
- [Love Rimurimu LRR](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/love-rimurimu/): School Programme
- [National Īnanga Spawning Programme NISP](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/national-inanga-spawning-programme/): School Programme
- [Drains to Harbour DTH](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/drains-to-harbour/): School Programme
- [National Īnanga Spawning Programme Hub](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/nisp-hub/): NISP
- [Coast Watch](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/coast-watch/): Community Led
- [Community Based Freshwater Monitoring & Restoration](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/community-based-freshwater-monitoring/): CBFM
- [Īnanga Monitoring & Restoration](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/inanga-workshop/): Date to be confirmed
- [Cockle & Mussel Reef Monitoring](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/cockle-mussel-reef-monitoring/): Monitoring
- [Wetlands Monitoring & Restoration](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/wetlands-monitoring-restoration/): WMR
- [Mana Whaitake o Whakatū](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/mana-whaitake-o-whakatu/): Summer 2026 / 2027
- [Mana Whaitake o Kaiteriteri](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/mana-whaitake-o-kaiteriteri/): Summer 2026/27
- [Waitapu Community Guided Snorkel Day](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/waitapu-community-guided-snorkel-day/): Summer 2026 / 2027
- [Rotokura Community Guided Snorkel Day](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/rotokura-community-guided-snorkel-day/): Summer 2026 / 2027
- [Tonga Community Guided Snorkel Day](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/tonga-community-guided-snorkel-day/): Summer 2026 / 2027
- [Motueka River Community Guided Snorkel Day](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/motueka-river-community-guided-snorkel-day/): Date to be confirmed
- [Nurseries in School](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/nurseries-in-school/): School Programme
- [Stream Health Monitoring](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/stream-health-monitoring/): SHMAK
- [Weed Workshop](https://tasmanbayguardians.org.nz/conservation/weed-workshop/): Date to be confirmed