Project Island Song’s 12ks of Christmas - Team of 2 - Steph Godsiff and Michelle Williams

$801 donated
Given by 27 generous donors in 4 weeks

Participating in The 12ks of Christmas for Project Island Song - 2025

Haruru, Northland

We love the Bay of Islands and want to protect it.

From 1st to 12th December, We will be completing the 12ks of Christmas challenge for Project Island Song! The challenge for each of us is to fit 12km in a day. We will be taking on the Next Level 12ks of Christmas, where we will be walking 12km every day for 12 days straight. This adds up to an epic 144km in total, which has a nice resonance as there are 144 islands in the Bay of Islands, seven of which are pest-free thanks to Project Island Song!

Project Island Song is a pest-free wildlife sanctuary covering seven islands in the eastern Bay of Islands. The community conservation partnership works to restore and protect the natural eco-systems and heritage of the Bay of Islands so that it is here for everyone, forever.

Since 2009, the project has eliminated pests from the islands, reintroduced 8 vulnerable native species, planted over 43,000 native trees, and engaged thousands of tamariki with our unique natural environment.

By sponsoring us to take part in the 12ks of Christmas, you’re helping to continue the restoration of these islands through supporting vital work including pest surveillance and control, volunteer weedbusting trips, reintroducing species, and more.

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They did it!  15 December 2025

Posted by: Project Island Song

Huge congratulations and thanks to the 20 absolute heroes who completed their 12ks of Christmas challenges on Friday!

It's been an immense effort from all of them, covering huge distance in the unseasonably hot early December weather.

Alongside their physical efforts, they have all done an incredible job of engaging with their community and networks, raising more than $21,600 towards the restoration of the islands. This is a huge contribution, breezing past the $15,000 raised last year, and the fundraising page will still be open for donations until 31st December.

Massive thanks are also due to everyone who has donated to support our participants. What an awesome way to end the year!

Check out this little video we've put together to celebrate their efforts. Meri Kirihimete!

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Jane
Jane on 13 Dec 2025
$20
Stephanie Godsiff

Thank you! Much appreciated! Enjoy the summer break!

Stephanie Godsiff
Laura
Laura on 12 Dec 2025
$19
Stephanie Godsiff

Thank you! Enjoy the summer!

Stephanie Godsiff
Becks
Becks on 12 Dec 2025
Well done ladies. Michelle.- your dedication to keep it up while on school camp is impressive!!
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Stephanie Godsiff

LOL! Very determined!

Stephanie Godsiff
Carolyn
Carolyn on 10 Dec 2025
Love the dedication... even on school camp!
$25
Stephanie Godsiff

Thanks so much!

Stephanie Godsiff
Chrissy
Chrissy on 06 Dec 2025
$20
Stephanie Godsiff

Thanks Chrissy!!

Stephanie Godsiff

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This campaign started on 2 Dec 2025 and ended on 31 Dec 2025.