Motu Matakohe, also known as Limestone Island, is a 37ha (100 acre) island just off the suburb of Onerahi in the upper reaches of Whangarei Harbour, Northland, New Zealand. Only five minutes boat ride from Whangarei city (pop. 40,000), community input has steadily increased over the years and transformed the island. Efforts are coordinated by a group of enthusiasts, the Friends of Matakohe – Limestone Island Society (FOMLIS).

Pictures of people and the island...
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Planting trees is important, but is not the only way to help...
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Announcement:   Ornate skink were transferred to Matakohe-Limestone Island in November and December 2008, the seven page technical report is now available for download (228KB PDF) - Click-Here

Volunteer Work Wednesday - will be postponed to Wednesday 8th July. Pickup at 9am returning after lunch, approximately 1.30pm. We will be planting but may also try to weed the Caspian tern site. Please bring a garden-fork if you have one.
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