Join The Otago Peninsula Eco Restoration Alliance (OPERA), Monarch Wildlife Cruises, Wingatui Glasshouses and The Otago Shore and Land Trust for an inspiring and interactive Festival Hub stall celebrating the power of research, restoration, and community action in protecting our natural world.

Discover the groundbreaking conservation projects taking place, from native habitat restoration and wildlife monitoring to environmental education and sustainable growing initiatives. Meet the people behind the research, hear real stories from the field, and explore how science, tourism, conservation, and community can work together to create lasting impact for future generations.

Whether you’re passionate about conservation, curious about local research projects, or looking for ways to make a meaningful contribution to the environment, this collaborative space invites everyone to connect, learn, and be part of the movement to protect all things nature and wildlife.