Our forests
Here at BioBonds we work to restore forests and revitalise farmland.
Through our innovative approach, we cultivate native forests to restore biodiversity and provide long-term environmental benefits. We believe that a healthy, thriving ecosystem is essential for both the land and future generations.
Tāmata: Revitalising Our Land with Purpose
In te reo Māori, the word tāmata means to be revitalised, to renew or cultivate something new. It embodies the spirit of reimagining how we care for our land. At BioBonds, we hold this vision close by working alongside local iwi, councils, and ecologists to ensure the best care and restoration for New Zealand’s forests. Tāmata is more than a word; it’s a commitment to a better, more sustainable way of land stewardship.
Forest Restoration: A New Path for Steep Farmland
What began as a dream of one man on a piece of retired rural farmland has evolved into a groundbreaking project—restoring steep-grade farmland through the cultivation of native forests. By turning land once considered unsuitable for agriculture into thriving, biodiverse ecosystems, we are demonstrating a new way forward. This forest restoration approach is designed to rejuvenate the land while promoting long-term sustainability.
Collaboration for a Sustainable Future
At BioBonds, we understand that achieving lasting environmental change requires collaboration. We are reimagining what it means to revitalise New Zealand’s forests and farmland. With the support of strong partnerships, our efforts aim to restore the natural beauty and biodiversity of the land. Together, we honour the land by embracing innovative, sustainable solutions that will benefit generations to come.
Through our commitment to forest restoration, BioBonds is not only cultivating native forests but also forging a path toward a healthier, more sustainable future for our environment.
The birth of BioBonds
Tāmata Hills
The pilot forest, owned by Paul and his business partner overlooks the Kaipara Harbour and consists of 140ha of steep grade 7 farmland that has been revitalised to indigenous forest. The restoration of Tāmata Hills began in 2021 and was completed in 2022. The Green Team have now planted more than 820,000 native trees.
Our future
BioBonds Forests
BioBonds plans to follow in the footsteps of Tāmata Hills and secure significant areas of steep hill country land to convert it to permanent native forest, covenanted in perpetuity. That means they can never again be cut down. Each farm will be funded through the sale of BioBonds and the land will be owned by a non-profit charitable foundation.