New announcement. Learn more

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 64

  • 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

Other funding options are possible, for example ACC - contact us to find out more. 


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.