Tucked at the head of the Te Henga valley, this former quarry site has been reclaimed as a quiet pocket of regenerating nature, complete with restored raupō reedland wetlands. Instead of heavy machinery, native restoration plantings at varying stages of maturity now line the grounds, transforming an old industrial footprint into a recovering green haven where native plants and local ecology take centre stage.
Set along Te Henga Road in Waitakere, the grounds provide an unhurried, off-the-beaten-track outdoor space for nearby residents and visitors looking to explore native wetland regrowth away from busier coastal reserves. It stands out in the wider Waitakere area as a thoughtful example of local landscape regeneration, giving visitors a peaceful glimpse of conservation work actively taking root. Our pick in the Te Henga foothills for a reflective stroll amongst returning wetland wildlife and growing native bush.