Kate Whyte

Kate lives with her family at Oashore in the south-west corner of the Peninsula, on a farm she has managed as a privately owned ecological restoration project since 2001. She is passionate about protecting and restoring the natural splendor of Banks Peninsula, its unique and characteristic plant communities, bird song, and wildlife. She believes it is a privilege to live in such a dedicated, knowledge-rich community.  

Kate has been actively involved in BPCT's work since its beginning and is committed to ensuring it remains a community-led trust that will continue to protect and enhance this world-class place in to the future.