History
The loss of biodiversity of New Zealand due to human activity is well documented, and there have been various methods of going at least part way towards restoration of indigenous ecosystems. Numerous community groups around New Zealand carry out ecological restoration projects on a volunteer basis using native plants to reestablish what was lost in the past. The Community Conservation Fund is aimed at assisting these groups.
The fund, secured by the Green Party in the 2008 Budget, was launched on 24 September 2008. It is a $4 million fund with $40,000 made available per project per year.
Read more about this topic: Community Conservation Fund
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