Find a project
Do you want to learn more about ecological restoration projects in Southland? Would you like to volunteer assistance on a Southland project? Use the map to the right to find a project, or check out the larger map in the Project Directory.
Project DirectorySouthland Ecological Restoration Network (SERN) is a network of Southland people “bringing back the natives”. The aim is to promote the restoration of native ecological sites in Southland.
This website features a number of local restoration projects, with contact information and photos for each project. There is also at least one field day a year to bring people involved in restoration together, to encourage and share knowledge and also celebrate all the good work going on around Southland.
SERN openly invites volunteers to approach restoration project contacts if they wish to lend a hand.
Latest News
Thomsons Bush Looking Healthier
Our SERN Autumn Field Trip was to Invercargill's significant forest remnant, Thomsons Bush. There's been various groups working on improving the health of this area for decades… Read more
Upcoming Events
Friends of Thomsons Bush Working Bees
Every Wednesday Friends of Thomsons Bush are attacking a number of weed species, from pulling ivy to cutting and pasting barberry, drilling and… Read more
