Protecting the values of the Inlet
Pāuatahanui Inlet
The only remaining large estuarine wetland in the lower half of the North Island of New Zealand.
It is classified as a ‘Site of Special Wildlife Interest‘ and an area of ‘Significant Conservation Value’.
But it is at risk, mainly from human activities in both the Inlet itself and throughout the whole catchment.
Guardians of Pāuatahanui Inlet
We are a registered charity. Everything we do advocates for the recognition and protection of the ecological, recreational and cultural values of the Inlet.
Learn all about the Guardians here.
ADVANCE NOTICE
2026 Inlet Clean-up is scheduled for 8 March
See a PROMOTIONAL VIDEO from last year’s event.
Our Latest News
WE HAVE TWO NEW SUBMISSIONS
with important environmental concerns
Please go to Current Affairs to see what these are all about.
(13 February 2026)
BRADEYS BAY CONSERVATION EVENT
24 February 2026
An event organised by
Conservation Volunteers New Zealand.
Its purpose is to remove weeds and other non-native plants from the shoreline to allow the natives to thrive.
(15 February 2026)
If you like what you see here PLEASE JOIN US
More members means more influence in promoting the community’s view on protection of the Inlet.
Please advise if this is useful and if you would like to include others in the list (pauainlet@gmail.com)
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