We are a diverse group of locals with differing professions and a united passion for the environment.
Whaingaroa Environment Centre (WEC) was started in 1997 by a group of locals concerned about erosion and other environmental problems in, and around Whaingaroa (Raglan) Harbour.
WEC is located in the old Town Hall in Raglan's main street. The art deco Hall was built in 1928 (during the same era that the palm trees were planted on Bow St).
A range of information is displayed at WEC on environmental issues and ways to overcome them.
WEC Objectives:
1: To promote environmentally sustainable activity in the Whaingaroa Catchment.
2: To facilitate the exchange of information relating to the environment, between agencies, community groups, and the wider community.
3: To sponsor and foster associations and individuals with similar aims.
4: To promote and monitor the implementation of the Whaingaroa Catchment Plan.
5: To build and promote relationships with all sectors of the community.
Our Team
WEC has a commitee of eight who guide the projects & plans.
We also have a team of fabulous volunteers who help run the centre and keep the doors open: Jon, (seed guru & keen greenie), David (Projects & electronics wizz), Ben (creative recycler extraordinaire, Trash Footwear), Anna (Environmental Auditor and Piwiwiwi Campervans), Mark (Project Management)
