Transformation & Restoration

Discover how a two-acre lifestyle block has been transformed from former dairy pasture into a thriving food forest, market garden and hapu focussed restoration project. Learn how organic food production, habitat regeneration, renewable energy and closed-loop systems work together to create a resilient, low-impact homestead.

Cost.

Koha or bring kai to share.

This event is designed to be attened in conjunction with the Quick Cold-Pack Bottling event immediately after.

Parking information.

Bikes welcome.

Bus:

We encourage you to catch the bus to this event. Bus times below allow you to attend Transformation & Restoration as well as Quick Cold-Pack Bottling. Let the driver know to stop at Tuhi-Ao Baileys place. Te Pahi bus timetable - if you purchase a Bee card it will be cheaper.

From New Plymouth please catch the #106, 11am bus, returns 3.10pm.

From Ōpunakē please catch the #106, 2pm bus, returns 6.10pm.

Cars:

Parking is limited for accessible visitors only.

Alternatively, park in Pungarehu and meet outside the Town Hall. Tuhi-Ao will shuttle you to her property. By prior arrangement only. Please indicate if you need this option on checkout.

Part of the Taranaki Sustainable Trails: Backyards, Builds & Farms. Check out our huge range of ticketed, koha and free events during the Trails (30 Oct - 15 Nov 2026)
www.sustainabletrails.org.nz