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Aotearoa’s Choicest Bush Finalists Revealed
You’ll want to get up close and personal with these bushes!
Whether it’s a peaceful stroll, a family adventure, or simply breathing in the fresh air, Kiwi bush reserves are where memories are made. This category celebrates the bush spots kiwi can’t get enough of. Here are the finalists, each with their own special magic.
Ōtari-Wilton's Bush
Introducing Ōtari-Wilton's Bush, who has been a breath of fresh air and a natural escape in Wellington. Here are some of the awesome submissions for Ōtari-Wilton's Bush:
- “I love the close proximity to the suburbs in Wellington and the many different paths.”
- “Lots of paths to explore. They also host community events and classes”
- “Beautiful scenery walking through the trails with a family bbq area hidden in the middle”
- “Native bush, a native botanic garden, picnic lawn and an 800 year old Rimu tree!?
Kauri Glen Reserve
Introducing Kauri Glen Reserve on Auckland’s North Shore, featuring a stunning treetop boardwalk 18 meters above the ground. Check out some of the amazing submissions celebrating this hidden treasure:
“It’s accessible for my son’s Powerchair and we get to enjoy the bush, walk, kauri and birds like everyone else”
“New bridge giving birds eye views, go from forest to wetlands to sea”
“Kauri Glen Reserve is delightful. A gorgeous variety of bush, a way-cool bridge, and an easy walk, makes this a very special place and fab spot to ‘get away from it all’ - right in the middle of suburbia!”
Orokonui Ecosanctuary
Say kia ora to Orokonui Ecosanctuary, a community-led, not-for-profit conservation project near Dunedin. Here are some of the heartfelt submissions about this conservation wonder:
“Predator free fencing = bird life”
“The abundance of native flora and fauna protected by a 9km fence. Considered the "beating green heart of Ōtepoti/Dunedin"
“It has preserved and enhanced local habitat, giving refuge to our taonga species.”
