Environment
Caring for Te Hoiere – from mountains to sea.
The Pelorus region is recognised for its outstanding natural environment and for the collective effort underway to protect and restore it. Forested hills, sheltered waterways and productive marine ecosystems are closely connected here, and caring for one means caring for all.
At the heart of this work is the Te Hoiere / Pelorus Catchment Restoration Project — a long-term, collaborative initiative focused on restoring the entire catchment, from the mountains to the sea. The project brings together iwi, landowners, community groups, scientists and agencies to improve water quality, reduce sediment and erosion, and restore freshwater and coastal habitats.
Along the coastline and within Pelorus Sound, ongoing marine and coastal monitoring tracks water quality, estuary health and ecological change. This science-led approach helps guide sustainable management of marine farming, fisheries and recreation, ensuring the Sounds remain productive and resilient.
On land, large-scale native forest restoration is underway. The Marlborough Sounds Restoration Trust leads extensive removal of invasive wilding pines, allowing native bush to regenerate naturally. Complementary projects focus on pest control and habitat restoration, supporting the return of birdlife and strengthening forest ecosystems.
Beneath the water, detailed seafloor biodiversity surveys map marine habitats and species, building a clearer picture of the underwater environment. This information supports informed planning, responsible aquaculture and long-term ecosystem health.
Together, these efforts reflect a shared commitment to stewardship — protecting Pelorus’s forests, rivers and seas so the region remains healthy, resilient and alive for generations to come.
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