From nature, for nature
From nature,
for nature
Our sustainability vision is guided by three areas: restore, research, and redefine.
We’re growing and learning every day too.
Restore
We’re restoring biodiversity in our spectacular, yet ecologically challenged natural environment.
restores
Research
Nature always has more to teach us. We’re listening and learning every day.
Redefine
Our Ecosanctuary exists to protect threatened species, so they can call this safe haven home.
Why community is at the heart of HealthPost
We're continually blown away by the energy for positive action in our communities. From restoring biodiversity and giving back to nature, our community share why they love volunteering their time to the HealthPost Nature Trust.
16,000+ natives trees planted (& counting)
For over a decade we've been planting 1000s of native trees around Mohua Golden Bay at our team tree planting days, and many thousands more through the HealthPost Nature Trust. Thanks to our customers, team, community volunteers and conservation partners for helping bring back biodiversity to the beautiful land we call home, so native flora and fauna can flourish.
Thank you - your healthy choices help us create a healthier future.
When you shop with us, you’re making a healthy difference
$672,152
Donated since 2017 to the Nature Trust to restore biodiversity
3 hectare
Predator-proof Ecosanctuary for threatened species
$1 million+
Donated since 2009 to other worthy causes in our community
16,000+
Native trees planted by our team in Golden Bay
When you shop with us, you’re making a healthy difference
$430,487
Donated since 2017 to our Nature Trust to restore biodiversity
3 Hectare
Predator-proof ecosanctuary for threatened species
$1 million+
Donated since 2009 to other worthy causes in our community
14,000+
Native trees planted by our team in Golden Bay
“Imagine a dream team of DOC biodiversity experts, local Iwi, and passionate conservation experts and volunteers collaborating to create a wondrous nature sanctuary in an iconic landscape. It is such a privilege for HealthPost to be funding such tangible change.”
- Peter Butler,
HealthPost
The Nature Trust exists to restore, research, and protect this beautiful place for native species to thrive.
Restore
We’re restoring biodiversity in our spectacular, yet ecologically challenged natural environment.
Research
Nature always has more to teach us. We’re listening and learning every day.
Protect
The Ecosanctuary exists to protect threatened species, so they can call this safe haven home.
1. Restoring biodiversity
Planting Trees
Every year the HealthPost team, our local community, and the Department of Conservation get together to plant over 1,000 native trees. So far, we’ve planted 16,000+ trees (and growing), providing shelter and habitat for threatened species to flourish.
2. Researching environmental sustainability
Ecological research at Te Whare Whakatā
The HealthPost Nature Trust field station, Te Whare Whakatā, is a community resource available for ecological research and educational, conservation, and cultural activities. Aptly named “House of Rest” this humble haven offers a sustainable base in our remote corner of Aotearoa.
3. Protecting threatened species
Reintroducing native seabirds
We’re reintroducing seabirds such as Pakahā (Fluttering Shearwater) and Fleshfooted Shearwater to the Wharariki Ecosanctuary. Our team of conservation experts and volunteers support these precious seabirds so they can once again flourish in their natural habitat.
Guarding against predators
We’ve built a three-hectare predator-proof fence with traplines to protect threatened species in the Ecosanctuary. We continue to review and improve our approach to do our best for nature, in the most natural way possible.
Supporting marine life
We support our team to train as marine medics and work closely with the Department of Conservation and Project Jonah when whales strand at Farewell Spit to assist with refloating. Whale rescues are always an incredible team effort by our whole community.
Together with your help, we're
making a difference
HealthPost Nature Trust: The Nelson Green Gecko
The Nelson Green Gecko was identified as an important species in the HealthPost Nature Trust’s Bioblitz in 2019, which gathered conservation experts from around Aotearoa to help plan the partnership regeneration project.
A huge thank you to our customers, team, community volunteers and project partners for making it possible to continue the predator control and revegetation efforts needed to give the precious Nelson Green Gecko a chance to thrive.
When you shop with us, you’re making a healthy difference
$430,487
Donated since 2017 to our Nature Trust to restore biodiversity
3 Hectare
Predator-proof ecosanctuary for threatened species
$1 million+
Donated since 2009 to other worthy causes in our community
14,000+
Native trees planted by our team in Golden Bay
Pakahā 2024 translocation update
The HealthPost Nature Trust is one important way that HealthPost delivers on its vision to have a lasting, positive impact on people and planet, and we reached another milestone recently in our regeneration goals, with the translocation of 92 pakahā fluttering shearwater chicks to the Wharariki Ecosanctuary in January 2024.
When you shop with us, you’re making a healthy difference
$430,487
Donated since 2017 to our Nature Trust to restore biodiversity
3 Hectare
Predator-proof ecosanctuary for threatened species
$1 million+
Donated since 2009 to other worthy causes in our community
14,000+
Native trees planted by our team in Golden Bay
16,000+ natives trees planted (& counting)
For over a decade we've planted 1000s of native trees around Mohus Golden Bay, through the HealthPost Nature Trust. Thanks to our community of volunteers and conservation parters for helping bring back biodiversity to the beautiful land we call home, so native flora and fauna can flourish.
Thank you - your healthy choices help us create a healthier future.
16,000+ natives trees planted (& counting)
For over a decade we've planted 1000s of native trees around Mohus Golden Bay, through the HealthPost Nature Trust. Thanks to our community of volunteers and conservation parters for helping bring back biodiversity to the beautiful land we call home, so native flora and fauna can flourish.
Thank you - your healthy choices help us create a healthier future.
When you shop with us, you’re making a healthy difference
$672,152
Donated since 2017 to the Nature Trust to restore biodiversity
3 hectare
Predator-proof Ecosanctuary for threatened species
$1 million+
Donated since 2009 to other worthy causes in our community
16,000+
Native trees planted by our team in Golden Bay
“Imagine a dream team of DOC biodiversity experts, local Iwi, and passionate conservation experts and volunteers collaborating to create a wondrous nature sanctuary in an iconic landscape. It is such a privilege for HealthPost to be funding such tangible change.”
- Peter Butler,
HealthPost
The Nature Trust exists to restore, research, and protect this beautiful place for native species to thrive.
Restore
We’re restoring biodiversity in our spectacular, yet ecologically challenged natural environment.
Research
Nature always has more to teach us. We’re listening and learning every day.
Protect
The Ecosanctuary exists to protect threatened species, so they can call this safe haven home.
1. Restoring biodiversity
HealthPost Nature Trust 2022 tree planting
Every year the HealthPost team, local community, and the Department of Conservation get together to plant 1000+ native trees. 2022 marks our 12th year of tree planting and so far we’ve planted more than 16,000 trees, providing shelter and habitat so threatened species can thrive.
2. Researching environmental sustainability
Ecological research at Te Whare Whakatā
The HealthPost Nature Trust field station, Te Whare Whakatā, is a community resource available for ecological research and educational, conservation, and cultural activities. Aptly named “House of Rest” this humble haven offers a sustainable base in our remote corner of Aotearoa.
3. Protecting threatened species
Reintroducing native seabirds
We’re reintroducing seabirds such as Pakahā (Fluttering Shearwater) and Fleshfooted Shearwater to the Wharariki Ecosanctuary. Our team of conservation experts and volunteers support these precious seabirds so they can once again flourish in their natural habitat.
Guarding against predators
We’ve built a three-hectare predator-proof fence with traplines to protect threatened species in our Ecosanctuary. We continue to review and improve our approach to do our best for nature, in the most natural way possible.
Supporting marine life
We support our team to train as marine medics and work closely with the Department of Conservation and Project Jonah when whales strand at Farewell Spit to assist with refloating. Whale rescues are always an incredible team effort by our whole community.
3. Protecting threatened species
Reintroducing native seabirds
We’re reintroducing seabirds such as Pakahā (Fluttering Shearwater) and Fleshfooted Shearwater to the Wharariki Ecosanctuary. Our team of conservation experts and volunteers support these precious seabirds so they can once again flourish in their natural habitat.
Guarding against predators
We’ve built a three-hectare predator-proof fence with traplines to protect threatened species in the Ecosanctuary. We continue to review and improve our approach to do our best for nature, in the most natural way possible.
Supporting marine life
We support our team to train as marine medics and work closely with the Department of Conservation and Project Jonah when whales strand at Farewell Spit to assist with refloating. Whale rescues are always an incredible team effort by our whole community.
Together with your help, we're
making a difference
Get involved with our Nature Trust
Nature Trust update: pakahā translocation day
The HealthPost Nature Trust is one important way we deliver on our vision of having a lasting impact on people & planet. In January 2024, we reached another milestone in our regeneration goals, with the translocation of 92 pakahā fluttering shearwater chicks to the Wharariki Ecosanctuary.
Why wetlands are essential ecosystems
The Nature Trust is currently focused on restoring the Wharariki Wetland as part of its partnership work to regenerate biodiversity at Onetahua Farewell Spit.
HealthPost Nature Trust species focus: The Nelson Green Gecko
One of the wondrous creatures benefitting from the regeneration work at the Wharariki Ecosanctuary and Onetahua Farewell Spit is the Nelson Green Gecko. Let's learn more about this NZ native species.
Recent news
ECO-SANCTUARY OFFICIALLY PEST FREE
The HealthPost Nature Trust’s Wharariki Ecosanctuary has been officially confirmed mice free - a move expected to pave the way for more threatened native species to set up home there.
GREAT SPOTTED KIWI FOUND FAR FROM HOME
The discovery of a great spotted kiwi at the northern tip of the South Island is being hailed as remarkable, and a boost for local pest eradication efforts. Stuff – April, 2024
LAST BIRD IN COLONY RESTORATION EFFOR TAKES FLIGHT
The last of this year’s pakahā fluttering shearwater chicks has flown its nest at the Wharariki Ecosanctuary. Stuff – March, 2024.
THIRD ROUND OF FLUTTERING SHEARWATER CHICKS TRANSFERRED TO WHARARIKI FAREWELL SPIT
A large group of pakahā chicks have fledged from their burrows. RNZ – February, 2024.
THIRD ROUND OF SEABIRD CHICKS HEADED FOR CAPE FAREWELL IN RESTORATION EFFORT
Volunteers prepare to move 90+ fluttering shearwater pakahā chicks to Wharariki Eco-sanctuary. Stuff – January, 2024
COUNTRY CALENDAR FEATURE
HealthPost, the HealthPost Nature Trust, and Kolorex feature in TVNZ’s #1 Country Calendar. Country Calendar – October, 2023.
AMBITIOUS PLAN TO RETURN NATIVE SEABIRDS TO FAREWELL SPIT
HealthPost Nature Trust Chair, Peter Butler, and volunteers, share the plan for fluttering shearwater chicks to arrive at the Wharariki Ecosanctuary. One News – February, 2023.
VOLUNTEERS TO RELEASE 100 PAKAHĀ CHICKS AT CAPE FAREWELL ECOSANCTUARY
Volunteers prepare to care for 100 pakahā chicks, before they fledge. RNZ – January 2023.
PETER BUTLER SHARES HIS TED TALK
Discovering the art of giving – TedXNelson, April 2022.
BLUE CARBON STUDY
Blue carbon study grows along with national recognition – Stuff, May 2022.
COMMENDATION FOR RESTORING NATURE
HealthPost awarded judges commendation for the Restoring Nature Category in the 2021 Sustainable Business Awards – Scoop, 2021.
FAREWELL SPIT COTTAGE
Farewell Spit cottage gets new lease of life as conservation base – Stuff, 2021.
ECOSANCTUARY PROGRESSION
Cape Farewell Ecosanctuary progressing despite setbacks – RNZ, 2021.
NEW ZEALAND WILDLIFE SANCTUARIES
10 of New Zealand’s best predator-free wildlife sanctuaries – Lonely Planet, 2020.
SYMBOL OF HOPE
Cape Farewell Ecosanctuary a symbol of hope – RNZ, 2020.
LONELY PLANET
An Ecosanctuary with a predator-proof fence has opened in New Zealand – Lonely Planet, 2020.
SANCTUARY FOR SEABIRDS
Predator-free sanctuary for seabirds, rare native plants opens at Cape Farewell – RNZ, 2020.
BOOST SEABIRD NUMBERS
New sanctuary to boost seabird numbers at Cape Farewell – Stuff, 2019.
We're here to have a lasting, positive impact
on the wellbeing of people and our planet.
