About the toolbox

The Toolbox is an interactive web-based collection of vital information, tools and resources to assist local government to build biodiversity management as core part of their business.

The toolbox is a shared repository and "resource kit" for local government staff and their associates. Development of the toolbox by working groups and individuals is part of the process of developing capacity in biodiversity management.

The tools seek to be practically focussed and to add value to both the people developing them, and the people who are seeking practical guidance on how to tackle biodiversity management at a local government level.

The toolbox is an evolving body of work. Tools are being uploaded and refined as we learn from our experiences. You are part of that process and we welcome your involvement in the process of ongoing improvement.

If you have a tool that you would like to add to the toolbox or comments to make on tools that are here then email us at toolbox@biocommunity.org.nz

For another example of an active biodiversity toolbox take a look at the Australian Toolbox: www.ea.gov.au/biodiversity/toolbox/index.html

• Leadership in biodiversity management
  
• Councils and collaboration
  
• Integrating the parts of Council
  There are many different parts of Council work. The parts need to work together to get good biodiversity outcomes. For example consents planners need to work with their ecologists and planning staff.
• Networks
  Networks of Councils, communities and many others are an important tool for achieving biodiversity goals. This part of the toolbox shows some of the key networks for biodiversity and Councils across NZ.
• How tools work together
  Just one tool is sometimes not enough to get the job done. This section looks at the mix of tools or instruments that a council can use to achieve biodiversity goals.
• Information/motivation
  
• Learning lessons
  Here is a pool of resources and lessons so that we can learn from what works and what doesn't.
• Resources pool
  Here are a whole series of resources for biodiversity management in your area - dive into the pool!
• Capacity Building
  
• BioSummit 21 May 2004
  
• BioSummit Preparatory 19-20 May 2004
  
• Funds
  
• Archived articles
  Old articles and information in case you need it (we hate throwing things out)