Central Energy Trust Wildbase Recovery

Central Energy Trust Wildbase Recovery is a specialist facility providing shelter and care for native wildlife to rehabilitate after treatment at Massey University’s Wildbase Hospital.

The centre is home to six mighty Pou Atua, carved by Rangitāne artists Craig and Tipene Kawana. The Six Māori gods are represented in six carvings throughout Wildbse Recovery and a seventh carving of Ranginui and Papatūānuku sits over the entrance. Of the 70 sons of Ranginui (Sky Father) and Papatūānuku (Earth Mother), these six received divine authority, each holding an important role in the supernatural. Learn more about each atua as you explore.

The centre is fully bilingual (Te Reo Māori & English).  Friendly visitor hosts await inside to talk with you while you explore and discover. The centre is wheelchair accessible.

Central Energy Trust Wildbase Recovery is owned by Palmerston North City Council and co-managed by Massey University’s Veterinary School. Together theywork alongside Rangitanē O Manawatū, Rotary, Department of Conservation and the Wildbase Recovery Community Trust.