New Zealand bee awareness initiatives promote ecosystem protection

Bee Awareness Month in New Zealand has highlighted the critical role of native bees in supporting ecosystems and food production. While bees are essential for global food security and biodiversity, many species face significant threats from habitat loss and environmental changes.

To promote sustainability, the Environmental Group hosted a Beeswax Wrap Workshop. The event engaged students in creating reusable food wraps using cotton fabric, beeswax, and pine resin as an alternative to single-use plastics. The initiative aimed to encourage small, practical actions to support environmental conservation and kaitiakitanga.