Across Aotearoa, countless private landowners are quietly doing the hard mahi — restoring native bush, protecting waterways, and regenerating the land for future generations. Yet despite the many “green” initiatives being promoted by local and national agencies, genuine support for those on the ground can be hard to find.

 

The reality we have discovered is, many landowners who are trying to do the right thing are left navigating complex funding criteria, long wait times, or limited access to practical help. While government programmes look great on paper, too often they miss the mark when it comes to real-world implementation.

 

We’ve seen this first-hand here at Khemeia Valley, where our journey toward large-scale regeneration has shown just how challenging it can be to find clear, accessible pathways for support. Rather than becoming disheartened, we decided to take action — and that’s how My Tree Legacy was born.