Ruahine Kiwi project funding running out in June, future uncertain
From farmland to alpine ridges, work to restore kiwi to a 23,000 hectare patch of the lower North Island is making progress. But the scheme's funding as part of the Jobs for Nature programme runs out in June, leaving its future uncertain. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham donned his tramping boots for a day out with the Ruahine Kiwi project.