Jan KupkaCurrent Park Information and Events
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Te Mata ParkBoost for young bikers as Tamariki Ako re-opens
After an extensive redesign and revamp following damage sustained during Cyclone Gabrielle, Tamariki Ako, the dedicated kids’ bike track area in Te Mata Park, has been officially reopened.
Catherine MuellerSquarely at the heart of the community
Owners of the much loved Four Square Te Mata, Jake and Sarah Coleman, celebrated two years in operation recently. They marked the anniversary with a generous donation to Te Mata Park’s Ngā Tipuna Fund, to contribute to the long-term financial sustainability of Te Mata Park.
Sarah Austin-SmithhThank you Grassroots Trust Central and The Lion Foundation
The Park’s operational funding has received a welcome boost thanks to a $5,000 grant from Grassroots Trust Central and a $4,000 grant from The Lion Foundation.
Eleanor LonerganWinter Planting Day 2025
A huge thank you to all our volunteers who helped with the planting of over 1,000 native rakau in Te Mata Park at our annual Winter Planting Day.
Te Mata ParkTe Mata Park Trust appoints new Triple Peaks event organiser
Te Mata Park Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of Triathlon Hawke’s Bay as the new event organiser for Triple Peaks – one of Hawke’s Bay’s most iconic sporting events.
Jon LewinJon Lewin appointed Chair of Te Mata Park Trust
Te Mata Park Trust is pleased to share that Jon Lewin has been appointed to the role of Chair of the Te Mata Park Trust Board. Jon has served as a Trustee since his appointment to the Board in September 2022.
Te Mata ParkNew Te Mata Park trustees appointed
Two new appointments have been made to the Te Mata Park Trust board to fill vacancies left by Michael Bate and trust Chair Mike Devonshire who are stepping down after having served the maximum term of nine years voluntary service.
Simon CartwrightGenera’s generosity set to support native restoration work in Te Mata Park
Te Mata Park Trust is delighted to have received a donation of $10,000 from biosecurity industry leader Genera.
Simon CartwrightThank you volunteers!
It’s Te Wiki Tuao ā-Motu - National Volunteer Week - and Te Mata Park Trust would like to acknowledge and thank the incredible volunteers who give their time, energy, and expertise to Te Mata Park.
Peak Trail BlazerPeak community spirit from Peak Trail Blazer
We are so grateful to have received over $16,500 from the two recent Peak Trail Blazer events that have supported Te Mata Park Trust and Havelock North Primary.
Clive SchoolClive School helping to grow the future of Te Mata Park
We’re excited to be working alongside the incredible team at Clive School, where environmentally conscious tamariki from their Enviro Team have been hard at work transplanting self-sown tītoki seedlings to support future planting in Te Mata Park.
Sarah Austin-Smith$10,000 grant from Eastern & Central Community Trust
Te Mata Park Trust is delighted to have received a $10,000 grant from Eastern & Central Community Trust (ECCT) to support the operations of Te Mata Park.
Sarah Austin-SmithQEII National Trust visit Te Mata Park
Te Mata Park Trust was delighted to host members of the QEII National Trust board and team in the Park recently. The QEII contingent visited the Park as part of a field trip to Hawke’s Bay, exploring two covenants while they were in the bay.
Paul NeedhamTe Mata Park Trust Board seeks new Trustee and Aspiring Trustee
Applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates to become a trustee on the Te Mata Park Trust Board (the Board) or to participate in the Board’s Aspiring Trustee Programme as an ‘Aspiring Trustee’.
Sarah Austin-SmithTe Mata Park awarded international Green Flag Community Award
Te Mata Park has been awarded the Green Flag Community Award 2024/2025, an international recognition of quality that highlights the Park’s recreational and environmental value.
Mike Lusk Season’s Greetings!
Season's Greetings to all our Park community. We wish you a relaxing and enjoyable festive season as you spend time with friends and family.
The Surveying CompanyRecloaking Te Mata Park: 64,000 native trees planted in five years
Te Mata Park Trust has reached a significant milestone in its ngahere restoration programme with the planting of 64,ooo native trees over the last five years, part of a larger, long-term restoration strategy to protect, enhance and restore ecosystems across the maunga.

Spring Newsletter
As the days grow longer and new life springs forth in the Park, we’re pleased to share our Spring Newsletter with you, including an update on a significant planting milestone, results from our recent survey, a celebration in the Little Redwoods, and more.
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