T4.75S Auction!

This sale is part of a personal project by Andrew Luddington, who has chosen to donate 100% of the proceeds, split evenly between two causes close to his heart: Hinewai Reserve and Ukraine. We are selling on his behalf to show our support for his generosity.

Hinewai Reserve is a 1,250-hectare ecological restoration project on Banks Peninsula above Akaroa. It started in 1987 when the Maurice White Native Forest Trust purchased 109 hectares. Since then, it has steadily grown under the care of botanist Hugh Wilson and a team of volunteers who follow a simple philosophy: allow native bush to regenerate naturally with minimal interference.

When the project began, many said only fools and dreamers would believe it could work. Today, Hinewai is living proof that nature can restore itself. The hillsides that were once covered in gorse are now rich with native forest, birdlife and biodiversity.

For Andrew, Hinewai represents a powerful way to capture carbon while protecting ecosystems. Supporting Hinewai helps offset personal emissions and safeguard New Zealand’s natural treasures.

The other 50% of the proceeds will go towards supporting Ukraine. Half will be donated to United 24, a government-run foundation that funds critical needs such as rescuing stolen children, supplying first aid kits and rebuilding communities. The other half will go directly to a tank battalion led by Andrew’s friend Vasyl Starychencko. The funds will help equip the unit with anti-drone protection and other essential equipment. Watch video here.