Saved sanctuary

Aroha Island

In keeping with the natural surroundings, Resene Environmental Choice products were used in nature inspired colours on the exterior.

Aroha Island is a special spot in the Kerikeri inlet, a 12 hectare coastal Kiwi sanctuary protected by an Open Space Covenant since 1984 providing a location for kiwi preservation and restoration, public education, camping and other outdoor activities.

Owned by the Queen Elizabeth National Trust since 1991, it was tendered for commercial lease in 2007. The local community rallied around to save the sanctuary for the community. Such is the strong community commitment that two years on volunteer hours have tallied to over 8000 hours already. The Island is now run by community effort coordinated by the Aroha Island Charitable Trust.

In the years to 2007 the property became increasingly rundown, and with new renewed energy on board the Trust were determined to open the island to the public, necessitating refurbishment of the buildings that house the resource centre and provide the main income from the short term rental accommodation. The collection of buildings included a house, cottage and ablution block, all of which needed extensive painting inside and out.

In keeping with the natural surroundings, Resene Environmental Choice products were used in nature inspired colours on the exterior. Exterior weatherboards were finished in Resene Lumbersider waterborne satin tinted to Resene Terrain (earthy green) complemented by Resene Lustacryl semi-gloss waterborne enamel tinted to Resene Black Forest (deep murky green) on trim and joinery. Inside the palette was kept neutral with Resene Zylone Sheen waterborne low sheen on walls complemented by Resene Lusta-Glo tinted to Resene Half Pearl Lusta (light cream) and ceilings in Resene Ceiling Flat white. Products were supplied through a collaborative effort by the local Kerikeri Resene ColorShop and Resene Paints Ltd to help the Aroha Island Trust team get back on their feet and get the buildings up and running.

Around 55 bird species have been recorded as being sighted at Aroha Island since the Trust took over, with Kiwi sightings providing an extra special treat for those who spot them during their visit.

From the Resene News – issue 3/2009

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