06/08/2025
Welcome to ARRC Wildlife Trust — Champions for Aotearoa’s Wildlife, Environment and Community
Our Mission
ARRC Wildlife Trust is a charitable organisation dedicated to protecting Aotearoa New Zealand’s native & non wildlife and restoring the natural environment. We do this through community-led action, education, wildlife rescue, and strong partnerships built on respect for tikanga Māori and kaitiakitanga.
Our Vision
To collaborate with iwi, local communities, and conservation experts to create healthy ecosystems, care for taonga species, and inspire a future where biodiversity and culture thrive side by side.
What We Do
Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation
ARRC provides professional rescue, care, and rehabilitation for injured and orphaned native wildlife—especially birds. We follow best practices developed with national groups like the Wildlife Rehabilitators Network of New Zealand (wrennz.org.nz).
Habitat Restoration & Predator Control
We support habitat restoration through native planting, predator control, and community-led environmental work that supports goals like Predator Free 2050.
Education & Community Engagement
We offer workshops, talks, school programmes, and community events to inspire people of all ages to care for New Zealand’s natural heritage.
Partnership with Iwi & Kaitiakitanga
ARRC is committed to honouring te ao Māori through collaborative partnerships with iwi, grounded in the principles of kaitiakitanga and mātauranga Māori.
Restoring Communities & Ecosystems
We work to connect people with nature—empowering individuals and communities to protect and restore the ecosystems that support us all.
Why It Matters
A Unique Biodiversity
Aotearoa is home to many species found nowhere else on Earth—like the kiwi, tūī, and kākāpō. These taonga are under constant threat from predators, development, and environmental change.
Community Action is Key
While national initiatives like Predator Free 2050 and the Department of Conservation play an essential role, the real change starts locally—with communities, marae, and schools taking action on the ground.
Conservation that Reflects Culture
We believe conservation must reflect the values and knowledge of tangata whenua, recognising that the wellbeing of the land, wildlife, and people are deeply connected.
Our Goals
Rescue and rehabilitate native & non native wildlife with care and expertise.
Lead and support environmental restoration in our community.
Educate and inspire the next generation of environmental guardians.
Strengthen partnerships with iwi through shared environmental stewardship.
Build a sustainable, community-driven conservation network.
How You Can Help
Volunteer — From wildlife care to planting days and event help, we welcome hands-on support.
Stay Connected — Follow us for rescue updates, educational resources, and events.
Partner With Us — Schools, iwi, councils, and other groups are encouraged to collaborate.
Donate — Every contribution helps fund our wildlife care, education, and restoration work.
