Editing Marathon for New Zealand's Wildlife Species
A Wikipedia edit-a-thon focused on Aotearoa New Zealand's native flora and fauna is set to take place in Wellington, New Zealand, on the 2nd and 9th of August, 2025. The event, organised by experienced editors from Wikimedia Aotearoa New Zealand, aims to create and improve Wikipedia articles about New Zealand species, with a particular focus on native plants and animals.
The edit-a-thon will take place at the Otari-Wilton's Bush Leonard Cockayne Centre, located at 150 Wilton Road, Wilton, Wellington. All necessary resources, including tea, coffee, and refreshments, will be provided during the event. Participants are, however, required to bring their own laptop and charger.
Participation in the edit-a-thon is open to anyone, regardless of their level of experience. Whether you're a complete newbie or an expert in the field, you're welcome to join. To secure your spot, a booking is required, which costs $5 per person. Interested participants can book through the provided link:
Wikipedia remains a valuable source of verifiable, up-to-date information. The edit-a-thon is just one of the many ways that volunteers around the world contribute to maintaining this invaluable resource. Currently, Wikipedia is maintained by around 120,000 volunteer editors globally.
To stay updated on the event, consider following Wikimedia Aotearoa New Zealand on social media platforms like Facebook and Bluesky. For more information about upcoming meetups and events, visit the Wikipedia meetup page for Wellington. The edit-a-thon will run from 10 am to 4 pm each day. Training and resources will be provided for participants.
After the edit-a-thon concludes, participants can delve further into New Zealand's natural wonders by exploring home-and-garden ideas inspired by Aotearoa's native flora. With an increased appreciation for the unique vegetation, one might incorporate these local species into their lifestyle, creating a garden that's both beautiful and educational.
