Inviting nature back into our communities

With strategically restored locations and a holistic, science informed understanding of indigenous habitats, we can invite birds, lizards, freshwater fish and other native fauna into spaces that our human communities can share and enjoy.

We centre collaboration with hapū, iwi and communities, honouring local knowledges and histories of place as well as aspirations for the future in this mahi.

Our expert science, environmental engineering and GIS teams complement our restoration planning projects investigation to develop practical and operationally focussed action plans that bring local aspirations to life.

The freshwater management tool built for a council in New Zealand to help proactively manage freshwater systems, discharge consents and opportunity screening

Constructed wetland designed and restored by Morphum Environmental's water sensitive design team

Restoration Planning

Morphum environmental science consulting performing a wetland delineation based on the planning from an environmental management system in New Zealand.

Measuring and celebrating success

Establishing clear objectives, target outcomes, and monitoring methods for the restoration project is essential to ensure the success of the project. This is also essential for sharing success and learnings with the community and stakeholders, including project funders.

Enhancement and restoration objectives, targets and measures often stem from higher-level catchment management plans, as well as from smaller, site-specific kaupapa. Key sources of information and inspiration include ecological desktop analysis, hapū and iwi environmental management plans, cultural health monitoring plans, Council operational management plans, community group projects and existing restoration plans for the wider area.

Our expert team brings these sources together into a comprehensive plan for the future restoration of our natural and community areas.

Morphum Environmental Terrestrial Ecologist performing a lizard survey as part of an ecological impact assessment in New Zealand

Site Assessment

With so many variables, understanding the intricate details specific to the site becomes core to the success of the project.

Our team visits the site to collect data on the soil, native habitat, existing flora and fauna, watercourses and more.

We utilise this scientific assessment, combined with the community understanding and target outcomes to establish the foundation for the restoration plan.

A native New Zealand plant growing near a restored stream site engineered by Morphum with full planting plan

Restoration Plans

When and where actions are going to take place to restore the natural space.

Planting plans, maps, project calendars and any engineering designs are delivered to operational staff to undertake the restoration mahi.

Our team outlines the methodology and recommended resourcing for restoration projects, including timelines and methods on enhancing habitat right through to specific procedures for those on-site, including pest control measures and plant protections.

Environmental scientist and ecologist conducting a nesting bird survey and bat survey as part of an environmental management plan

Site Monitoring

Ongoing monitoring is how we assess the impacts of the restoration project against the target outcomes.

The progress and improvements of restored sites can vary over time, and the ongoing assessments helps to show communities and councils the successes achieved from the restoration.

Together, we can restore thriving ecosystems.

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Restoration Services

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Full site restoration planning

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Stakeholder & community engagement

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Geospatial catchment analysis

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Streamwalking & catchment-wide assessments

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Erosion protection design

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On-site remote water systems design

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One-off, site-specific planting plans

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Ecological analysis

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Governance support

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Climate risk assessments

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Waterway & habitat regeneration

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Community space design

Freshwater ecosystem with paradise shelduck, native forest, eels, inanga, dradonflies in a native stream with freshwater wetlands.

Past Restoration Planning Projects

Te Kukuwai o Toa Constructed Wetland

Designing the beautiful Te Kukuwai o Toa constructed wetland and community space in Porirua

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Wetland Design that balances community use, flood mitigation and biodiversity restoration

Te Hoiere / Pelorus Catchment Enhancement Plan

Planning with the Ministry for the Environment and the local communities to produce an integrated plan.

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Catchment plan being developed for integrated catchment management in Pelorus

Why choose Morphum for your

Restoration Planning

From Mountain To Sea

We take the time learn the entire waterway flow path, embracing the complexity that comes with your unique catchment area.

We conduct thorough water health assessments to gather data on hydrology, geology, land use, and biodiversity, and we provide geospatial tools that communicate this information effectively.

This data informs strategies at the national, regional and local levels, creating a foundation for any future works and decisions to be tailored to the specific needs of each catchment.

From Reactive To Proactive

Preparing for the future before we reach it.

Morphum's effective restoration planning gives our clients the ability to make informed decisions for water catchments, creating a holistic view of the complex web of variables that both affect and are affected by our waterways.

Through planning for proactive decision making, we can create positive change together, resulting in improved water quality, enhanced biodiversity, and increased resilience to climate change.

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Restoration & Planting Plans

Inviting nature back into our communities

Restoration Planning

Measuring and celebrating success

Site Assessment

Restoration Plans

Site Monitoring

Restoration Services