People are being invited to join the Maketū Spit Clean-up this Sunday, March 12 from 9am to 11am.

The clean-up is to celebrate Seaweek and Sustainable Backyards by collecting litter along Maketū Spit and protecting the moana from rubbish.

People will get a chance to meet rangers from the Department of Conservation with tips about what to do when you see wildlife on the beach.

Gloves and bags will be provided alongside light refreshments, say event organisers.

'This event is a collaboration between Maketū Ongatoro Wetland Society, Envirohub and the Department of Conservation.

'We will start our litter clean-up at the mouth of the Kaituna River, Ford Rd, Maketū.”

For more information, email: Janie@maketuwetlands.org.nz