Mansion House Gardening Club
Tasks
Be a part of a dedicated group of volunteers who help maintain the historic gardens at Mansion House.
You'll get to work for about 6 hours on a range of gardening activities. This group departs from Sandspit Wharf at 8 am and usually returns by 4 pm.
2022 dates
- 26 January
- 23 February
- 16 March
- 13 April
- 27 April
- 25 May
- 22 June
- 27 July
- 24 August
- 28 September
- 19 October
- 23 November
- 14 December
2023 dates
- 19 January
Dates and times may be subject to change due to weather or other circumstances.
What to bring
- Tools are provided, but you may like to bring your own gardening gloves.
- Lunch – you can also purchase food from the café during the summer months.
How to apply
Complete the Mansion House Gardening Club application.
Also, confirm your availability by the Wednesday before your volunteer day by emailing rvis@doc.govt.nz
We'll confirm if we have a place for you.
5-day volunteer programme
Applications for 2022 are now closed.
Tasks
Assist with the maintenance of the Kawau Island Historic Reserve and the exterior of Mansion House.
Tasks include:
- track maintenance
- spreading gravel
- clearing drains
- tidying and pruning vegetation from paths and tracks
- washing or painting buildings or structures
- beach clean-ups.
What to expect
We're looking for volunteers with enthusiasm and a can-do attitude. A low-medium level of fitness is acceptable, but medium-high will ensure a more enjoyable experience.
Expect a minimum of 6 hours work each day. This leaves free time to swim, fish, and explore.
Transport: Return ferry fare of $30.00 – this is a discounted rate for volunteers
Experience required: If you have gardening, building, or other practical skills and experience let us know and we will tailor tasks to suit if possible.
What to bring: A full gear list will be provided once you have booked a placement.
Kawau Island group volunteering
Tasks
General maintenance or restoration projects on Mansion House Reserve, Kawau Island. Everyone needs to have a moderate level of fitness.
Overnight opportunities may be available – maximum of 7 people.
2022 dates
- 10 March
- 9 June
- 1 September
- 17 November
Transport: Your group needs to arrange and pay for your own transport to the island.
What to bring:
- suitable work clothes
- lunch – we provide tea and coffee
- we have some work gloves – you're welcome to bring your own.
