30 Jun, 2018 2:00pm
New Zealand's iconic native species is flightless but Whangārei's Sparky, the one-legged kiwi, has chalked up more air miles than any other local bird.
Tales of Sparky's aeroplane flights to various community or national conservation events were among stories Robert Webb, founder of the Whangārei Native Bird Recovery Centre, told guests at the centre's 25th anniversary AGM on Thursday.
Among those present were longtime supporters, including representatives from major sponsors Northpower and Beyer NZ and dedicated volunteers.
Webb talked about the centre's early beginnings when he and his wife Robyn were looking after injured birds they found or which others brought to their home.
After the Webbs' efforts outgrew their home and resources, the Whangārei Native Bird Recovery Centre was developed in the Whangārei Museum grounds.
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