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For all Earth Gardens referrals contact the Manager on 
06 834 4010

Our Criteria

Anyone can apply to be tangata whaikaha at Earth Gardens, provided these criteria are met:

  • Aged 16 to 65

  • Aotearoa NZ Citizens or Permanent Residents

  • Have a disability for six months or longer

  • On a Work and Income benefit

  • Have an interest in horticulture


Agency Referrals to Earth Gardens

Our Clients are referred to us in many ways:

  • Community Mental Health and Addiction services

  • Health agencies

  • GPs, HIPs, Health Coaches

  • NGOs

Self-Referrals to Earth Gardens

Self referrals are welcomed.

If you feel Earth Gardens would be a great fit for you or for a whanau/Family member, please get in touch. We will then arrange a time to meet to see if we're a right fit for your needs.

You can phone us on 06 834 4010 or fill out our contact form.