Kris Herbert came to Kōwhai to share the story she wrote Saving Wananga: The true story of a kea rescue.

Saving Wananga is the true story of a kea from Arthur's Pass. Wananga was being studied by a kea researcher when it became obvious that he was very sick. Testing revealed that he had lead poisoning, and so he was taken to an animal hospital in Christchurch. Happily, he was treated and recovered, and was taken back to the mountains where he was released, and thrives to this day.

Kris donated a book to the school library for everyone to enjoy.

It is available for purchase at Lesley's bookshop.