Key Native Ecosystem (KNE) Programme

Free ecological assessments and funding for fencing, planting and pest control at qualifying native bush, wetland and coastal sites in Taranaki.

Closes

No fixed round dates — contact the council to check eligibility

Who can apply

Read on the council's page, quoted verbatim: offers "free ecological assessments of natural bush, larger wetlands and coastal sites" with "voluntary scheduling of sites that meet criteria for KNEs," and "funding may be available for fencing, in-fill planting, pest plant and animal control, and minor infrastructure."

Amount

Not published on the funder page — assessed case by case

Funding route

Grant

Applicants

Individuals & whānau, Marae & hapū, Iwi & Māori organisations

Before you apply

At least 20 KNE site biodiversity plans are prepared each year. Call 0800 736 222 to check eligibility.

Official source →

Checked 16 September 2026

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