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SUMMARY:Pest Plant Roadshow at Friends of Arataki Kids Day
DESCRIPTION:Want to find out which weeds you should bin\, bag or put in a barrel? The EcoMatters Nature Team will be at the Friends of Arataki Kids Day to give advice and answer any questions you have about pest plants. \n\n\nCome along to chat about how to identify invasive weeds\, best practises for keeping kauri safe while caring for the bush\, and free services available to support you. \n\nBrought to you by EcoMatters and supported by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/pest-plant-roadshow-at-friends-of-arataki-kids-day/
LOCATION:Arataki Visitor Centre\, 300 Scenic Drive\, Oratia\, Auckland\, 0604
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T123000
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SUMMARY:Waimoko Glen Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come and help save the Waimoko and Waiwhauwhaupaku Streams from rubbish and invasive weeds\, and learn how to ID native plants and pest plants. \nTogether\, we’ll transform these streams into thriving awa that flow well to the sea\, and provide a safe habitat for native birds and fish. We’ll finish with shared kai at the end – bring a plate if you can. \nBring a hat\, rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any\, and wear sturdy closed-toe shoes. Kids welcome but must be supervised. \nHosted by Waimoko Glen neighbours\, supported by EcoMatters and funded by Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters department. \nWant to keep in the loop with updates about these streams? Email alanah@ecomatters.org.nz.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/waimoko-glen-stream-care-session/
LOCATION:24A Waimoko Glen\, Swanson\, Auckland 0612\, 24A Waimoko Glen\, Swanson\, Auckland\, 0612
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T120000
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SUMMARY:Avondale Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come and help save our local Whau Stream tributary from rubbish and invasive weeds at this community stream clean up. We’ll meet at the carpark area on Pecan Place. Together\, we’ll transform this stream into a thriving awa that flows well to the sea\, and provides a safe habitat for native birds and fish. \n\nGumboots or sturdy closed-toe shoes are essential. Bring a hat\, rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any. Kids welcome but must be supervised. \n\nHosted by Pecan Power and supported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters department.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/avondale-stream-care-session-2/
LOCATION:Pecan Place Carpark\, Pecan Place\, Avondale\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103104
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T203712Z
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SUMMARY:Swanson Weed Bin Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. \nThe Swanson weed bin is accessible during Central Landscape & Garden Supplies open hours\, 9am-4pm. \nBins will be onsite from Saturday 9am\, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. \nTo find out is and isn’t accepted\, and when and where to find the bins\, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins \nFunded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/swanson-weed-bin-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Central Landscape Supplies Swanson\, 598 Swanson Road\, Swanson\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 0612\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251206T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251207T170000
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SUMMARY:Te Henga Weed Bin Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. \nBins will be onsite from Saturday 8am\, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. \nTo find out is and isn’t accepted\, and when and where to find the bins\, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins \nFunded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/te-henga-weed-bin-weekend/
LOCATION:Pae o Te Rangi Regional Park\, 114 Te Henga Road\, Waitākere\, Auckland\, 0781\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T120000
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SUMMARY:Green Bay Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Come along to save the Waitahurangi Awa from pest plants and rubbish\, and to help this stream that flows through Titirangi Golf Club to thrive. We’ll be meeting at the bridge opposite Suburbs Rugby Club\, 130 Portage Road\, New Lynn. \n\nGumboots or closed-toe\, sturdy footwear is essential. Please bring a hat\, rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any (some gloves will be provided). Kids welcome but must be accompanied by a supervising adult. \n\nSupported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters department. \n\nQuestions? Email pamela@ecomatters.org.nz.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/green-bay-stream-care-session-4/
LOCATION:Bridge on Portage Road\, opposite Suburbs Rugby Club\, 130 Portage Road\, New Lynn\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251130T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251130T120000
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SUMMARY:Wrap: A Mindful Stones Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a nature and craft adventure! \nTake a nature walk through EcoMatters gardens\, collecting sticks\, feathers and leaves. Then using traditional wrapping techniques you will turn these natural treasures into beautifully decorated Zen Stones. \nThis workshop blends creativity and mindfulness\, using natural fibres and found materials to wrap stones while sharing stories of the journey and the place. \nA beautiful Zen gift or decoration option as we head into the festive season. \n\nMax 15 attendees\nThis workshop is suited for adults and young people 12+\nChildren aged 7–11 may attend with a caregiver under a Child & Caregiver Ticket (one ticket covers one child and one accompanying adult).\n\nBook your ticket here: https://events.humanitix.com/wrap-a-mindful-stones-adventure \nAbout \nThis is an artist collaboration with Emma Hinton and Yoko Inishi. \nEmma Hinton \n(Ngāti Maniapoto) is an experienced storyteller\, facilitator and celebrant based in Waitakere. \nEmma founded The Light Library\, where she curates workshops and books\, and is the publisher of ‘Finding Grace / Kimihia a Grace’\, a bilingual picture book. \nShe is passionate about the power of storytelling to shape our future and well-being. \nYoko Onishi \nis a micro-macramé artist born and raised in Japan\, where she developed a deep appreciation for traditional culture and handmade crafts inspired by nature. \nShe discovered macramé\, one of the oldest crafts in the world\, and teaches children and adults how to create beautiful macramé pieces. \nYoko’s work blends macramé techniques with the natural beauty of crystals\, capturing the harmony between human creation and the natural world. \n  \nSupported by Creative Communities Scheme \n 
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/wrap-a-mindful-stones-adventure/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251129T123000
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SUMMARY:Sunnyvale Stream Care Session and Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come along and show some love to the Waari Stream in Sunnyvale. We’ll remove some gnarly invasive weeds from around the young plants. \nBe a part of transforming this stream into a thriving awa that flows well in changeable weather\, is more resilient in heavy rain and drought\, and helps move water quickly to the sea. \nWe’ll finish with our end-of-year picnic – feel free to bring a plate to share if you like (optional). \nPlease bring sunscreen\, a hat and rain jacket if you have one\, and wear sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots. Kids must be accompanied by supervising adults. \nQuestions? Email alanah@ecomatters.org.nz or text 021 308 268. \nThis event is hosted by Sunnyvale Awa Neighbours and EcoMatters\, and supported by the Henderson-Massey Local Board and Auckland Council Healthy Waters.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/sunnyvale-stream-care-session-and-picnic/
LOCATION:16b Wattle Rd\, Sunnyvale\, 16b Wattle Road\, Sunnyvale\, Auckland\, 0612
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T120000
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SUMMARY:Fruitvale Stream Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Come along and help save Scroggy Stream from rubbish and invasive weeds at this community stream clean up. It’s our first step in transforming this stream into a haven for native birds and critters\, and ensuring it flows well during changeable weather. \n\n\nKids welcome but must be supervised. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are required\, and gardening gloves\, a rain jacket and a sun hat are advised. We’ll finish with a cuppa and chocolate biscuits together at the end. \n\n\nSupported by the Whau Local Board and Auckland Council Healthy Waters. \nEdit: Kia ora. Our weeding bee is now a stream care session\, which will include removing rubbish and invasive weeds. Same time\, same place – we hope to see you there!
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/fruitvale-weeding-bee-3/
LOCATION:Matangirua/Chettle Reserve\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251120T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251120T200000
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SUMMARY:Sustainable Christmas Shopping Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a very special evening of Christmas shopping with a difference. \nDiscover locally crafted gifts and sustainable living items at the EcoMatters Store and give gifts with purpose this year. Enjoy refreshments and special offers as you browse our curated range. \nEvery purchase helps us continue our local environmental work\, so shopping with us shows you care for our community too.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/sustainable-christmas-shopping-event-3/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251115T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251115T123000
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SUMMARY:Spring Flowers - Pollinators and Companions for Garden Health
DESCRIPTION:Who doesn’t love flowers? Spring is a beautiful time in the garden! \n*NEW DATE – due to ilness we have postphoned the workshop until Saturday 15th November* \nIn this workshop: \n– Learn about the natural approach to flower growing \n– How does a diversity of perennial flower species benefit the environment and improve the soil ‘sponge’ \n– Harness the benefits of a floriferous garden (producing many flowers) for the birds and bees \n– How can growing flowers benefit my food garden? \nEve and Meg’s top tips and their favourites (easy-to-grow\, cut for the vase\, wild or beneficial flowers) \nAfter tea/coffee break we will head outside. \n– Get hands-on and learn techniques for propagation of flowering plants \n– Learn how to establish a wildflower garden and find out how we are developing EcoMatters community kai berm and pollinator pathway. \nBONUS \n– Take home a punnet of Eve’s cut flower faves\,\n– plus a punnet of beneficial pollinator blend flowers sown on the day.\n** First five bookings receive a tuber to plant from one of Eve’s beautiful dahlias! **\nNB. A selection of plants will be available to purchase at the end of the workshop. \nPlease bring:\n– Gloves\n– Sturdy covered shoes / boots\n– Raincoat / hat\n– Water bottle / snacks\nTea / coffee provided \nAbout: \nEcoMatters Organic Teaching garden is a space where our community can join in and learn about a range of sustainable gardening ideas in one location. \nEve Clarke (pictured below) has a background in flower growing with her business ‘Forage Flowers’ and has recently joined EcoMatters as nursery manager with the Nature Team. \n \nMeg Liptrot (pictured below in EcoMatters wildflower berm garden) has a background in sustainable horticulture\, is coordinator of EcoMatters teaching garden and is former garden columnist for the Herald on Sunday.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/spring-flowers-pollinators-and-companions-for-garden-health/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251115T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251116T170000
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SUMMARY:Glen Eden Weed Bin Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. \nBins will be onsite from Saturday 8am\, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. \nTo find out is and isn’t accepted\, and when and where to find the bins\, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins \nFunded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/glen-eden-weed-bin-weekend-2/
LOCATION:Konini Primary School\, 44 Withers Road\, Glen Eden\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 0602\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251115T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251116T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103104
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T203733Z
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SUMMARY:Titirangi Weed Bin Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. \nBins will be onsite from Saturday 8am\, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. \nTo find out is and isn’t accepted\, and when and where to find the bins\, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins \nFunded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/titirangi-weed-bin-weekend/
LOCATION:Zig Zag Track\, Atkinson Park\, Park Road\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251109T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251109T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103104
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SUMMARY:Creative Clay Kitchen Series: Make a Small Colander or Berry Bowl
DESCRIPTION:Join potter Jackie Muller and make a special item for your kitchen in workshop 3 of our kitchen series. In this workshop we will explore the making of a small colander or berry bowl. \nCREATIVE CLAY KITCHEN SERIES\nWorkshop 1. Herb stripper and/or herb markers – 3 Aug (held\, sold out)\nWorkshop 2. Garlic grater and/or lemon squeezer – 19 Oct (held\, sold out)\nWorkshop 3. Small colander or berry bowl – 9 Nov (book now) \nJoin us for these fun\, hands-on beginners pottery workshops. These items are lovely plastic-free additions to the sustainable home and make a special gift. \nABOUT \nCeramic artist Jackie Muller creates industrially inspired sculptures from her studio in Laingholm. Jackie studied for a Diploma of Arts and Design – Ceramics with Dunedin School of Art. Her work “Fixtures and Fittings” won the “Artist in Residence Award” – Fire & Clay 2022. She was also a finalist in the Portage Ceramic Awards 2023. Jackie finds inspiration in connections to the past\, revelling in the manipulation of plumbing ware to tell stories relevant to the present and future. \nSource: Arts House Trust\n \nThank you to the Creative Communities Scheme for supporting these workshops. \n  \nPlease note: \n\nFor adults or children ages 12+\nMax 12 attendees\n15 min is included for clean-up of own work stations.\n\nClay creations will be fired in Jackie’s kiln for pick up 2-3 weeks after the workshop.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/creative-clay-kitchen-series-make-a-small-colander-or-berry-bowl/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251107T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251107T120000
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SUMMARY:Green Bay Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Come along to save the Waitahurangi Awa from pest plants\, and to help this stream that flows through Titirangi Golf Club to thrive. We’ll be meeting at the bridge opposite Suburbs Rugby Club\, 130 Portage Road\, New Lynn. \nGumboots or closed-toe\, sturdy footwear is essential. Please bring a hat\, rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any (some gloves will be provided). Kids welcome but must be accompanied by a supervising adult. \nSupported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters department. \nQuestions? Email pamela@ecomatters.org.nz.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/green-bay-stream-care-session-3/
LOCATION:Bridge on Portage Road\, opposite Suburbs Rugby Club\, 130 Portage Road\, New Lynn\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T123000
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SUMMARY:Sunnyvale Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come along and show some love to the Sunnyside Stream in Sunnyvale. We’ll remove some gnarly invasive weeds from around the young plants. \nBe a part of transforming this stream into a thriving awa that flows well in changeable weather\, is more resilient in heavy rain and drought\, and helps move water quickly to the sea. \nWe’ll finish with refreshments at the end – feel free to bring a plate to share if you like (optional). \nPlease bring sunscreen\, a hat and rain jacket if you have one\, and wear sturdy closed-toe shoes or boots. Kids must be accompanied by supervising adults. \nQuestions? Email alanah@ecomatters.org.nz or text 021 308 268. \nThis event is hosted by Sunnyvale Awa Neighbours and EcoMatters\, and supported by the Henderson-Massey Local Board and Auckland Council Healthy Waters.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/sunnyvale-stream-care-session-4/
LOCATION:18 Sunnyside Rd\, Sunnyvale\, 18 Sunnyside Road\, Sunnyvale\, Auckland\, 0612
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251101T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T222212Z
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SUMMARY:Avondale Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come and help save our local Whau Stream tributary from rubbish and invasive weeds at this community stream clean up. Together\, we’ll transform this stream into a thriving awa that flows well to the sea\, and provides a safe habitat for native birds and fish. We’ll finish with a cuppa and chocolate biscuits together at the end. \nGumboots or sturdy closed-toe shoes are essential. Bring a hat\, rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any. Kids welcome but must be supervised. \nHosted by Pecan Power and supported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council’s Healthy Waters department.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/avondale-stream-care-session/
LOCATION:Pecan Place Carpark\, Pecan Place\, Avondale\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
CREATED:20251014T003920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T204930Z
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SUMMARY:Fruitvale Weeding Bee - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the weather this has been cancelled – we will meet again on 25 Nov. Ngā mihi. \nCome along to this weeding bee and help save Scroggy Stream from invasive weeds. We’ll be working in Matangirua/Chettle Reserve\, close to Bunnings Warehouse\, New Lynn. It’s our first step in transforming this stream into a haven for native birds and critters\, and ensuring it flows well during changeable weather. \n\n\nKids welcome but must be supervised. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are required\, and gardening gloves\, a rain jacket and a sun hat are advised. Please bring your own light snack and drink bottle. \n\nSupported by the Whau Local Board.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/fruitvale-weeding-bee-2/
LOCATION:Matangirua/Chettle Reserve\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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SUMMARY:Huia Weed Bin Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. \nBins will be onsite from Saturday 8am\, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. \nTo find out is and isn’t accepted\, and when and where to find the bins\, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins \nFunded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/huia-weed-bin-weekend-5/
LOCATION:Huia Domain Carpark\, Huia Road\, Huia\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 0604\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T203755Z
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SUMMARY:Laingholm Weed Bin Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. \nBins will be onsite from Saturday 8am\, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. \nTo find out is and isn’t accepted\, and when and where to find the bins\, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins \nFunded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/laingholm-weed-bin-weekend/
LOCATION:Laingholm Hall Carpark\, 69 Victory Road\, Laingholm\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 0604\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Laingholm Hall Carpark 69 Victory Road Laingholm Auckland Auckland 0604 New Zealand;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=69 Victory Road\, Laingholm:geo:174.6279305,-36.963205
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251027T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
CREATED:20251020T203747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T203747Z
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SUMMARY:Waiatarua Weed Bin Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin. \nBins will be onsite from Saturday 8am\, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm. \nTo find out is and isn’t accepted\, and when and where to find the bins\, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins \nFunded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/waiatarua-weed-bin-weekend/
LOCATION:Waiatarua Community Hall Carpark\, 911 West Coast Road\, Waiatarua\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 0604\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Waiatarua Community Hall Carpark 911 West Coast Road Waiatarua Auckland Auckland 0604 New Zealand;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=911 West Coast Road\, Waiatarua:geo:174.5803158,-36.9314242
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T000533Z
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SUMMARY:EcoFest in Ōrākei Info Session
DESCRIPTION:EcoFest is coming to the Ōrākei Local Board area! Calling all environmentally-minded people\, community groups and businesses. Come and meet the friendly EcoFest team\, and find out how you can be a part of Tāmaki Makaurau’s largest environment and climate festival. \nIf you’re an eco individual\, organisation\, school\, marae or business based in\, or serving\, Ōrākei\, Mission Bay\, Kohimarama\, St Heliers\, Glendowie\, St Johns\, Stonefields\, Meadowbank\, Remuera or Ellerslie\, this event is for you. \nLet’s get together and discuss how we can enable sustainable ways of dealing with waste\, community climate action\, and the conservation of our native habitats to flourish in our neighbourhoods. \nWe’d love to connect with groups and businesses who may be interested in hosting or supporting events\, workshops\, volunteering sessions or eco neighbourhood actions. You don’t have to have an event or workshop in mind – this is a chance to find out more about the opportunities the festival may be able to offer you. \nRefreshments will be provided with thanks to the Ōrākei Local Board Community Wellbeing team. Please RSVP to ana@ecomatters.org.nz or just come along. \n \nAbout EcoFest \nEcoFest is a month-long celebration of our unique environment and sustainable living across Tāmaki Makaurau\, Auckland\, running 22 March – 22 April 2026. Its mission is to build resilience and make sustainable living a reality for Aucklanders of all ages\, no matter where they are on their sustainability journey. \nWe do this by partnering with\, supporting and promoting community-led and council and sponsor-funded workshops\, activities and education. To join our EcoFest database for news and updates\, email ana@ecomatters.org.nz or register your interest. \nEcoFest is organised by EcoMatters\, Kaipātiki Project\, Beautification Trust and Waiheke Resources Trust.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/ecofest-in-orakei-info-session/
LOCATION:Meadowbank Community Centre\, 29 Saint Johns Road\, St Johns\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 1072\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251019T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251019T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
CREATED:20250930T235444Z
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SUMMARY:Creative Clay Kitchen Series: Make a Garlic Grater and/or a Lemon Squeezer
DESCRIPTION:Join potter Jackie Muller and make a special item for your kitchen in workshop 2 of our kitchen series. In this workshop we will explore the making of a garlic grater and/or a lemon squeezer. \nCREATIVE CLAY KITCHEN SERIES\nWorkshop 1. Herb stripper and/or herb markers – 3 Aug (held\, sold out)\nWorkshop 2. Garlic grater and/or lemon squeezer – 19 Oct (book now)\nWorkshop 3. Small colander or berry bowl – 9 Nov (coming up) \nJoin us for these fun\, hands-on beginners pottery workshops. These items are lovely plastic-free additions to the sustainable home.  \nABOUT\nCeramic artist Jackie Muller creates industrially inspired sculptures from her studio in Laingholm. Jackie studied for a Diploma of Arts and Design – Ceramics with Dunedin School of Art. Her work “Fixtures and Fittings” won the “Artist in Residence Award” – Fire & Clay 2022. She was also a finalist in the Portage Ceramic Awards 2023. Jackie finds inspiration in connections to the past\, revelling in the manipulation of plumbing ware to tell stories relevant to the present and future. \nSource: Arts House Trust \nThank you to the Creative Communities Scheme for supporting these workshops. \nPlease note:\n– For adults or children ages 12+\n– Max 12 attendees\n– The additional items in Workshops 1 and 2 can be made if time allows.\n– 15 min is included for clean-up of own work stations. \nClay creations will be fired in Jackie’s kiln for pick up 2-3 weeks after the workshop. \nPHOTOS\nMain: Examples of garlic graters and a lemon squeezer\nAbove: Attendees of a previous Creative Clay workshop
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/creative-clay-kitchen-series-make-a-garlic-grater-and-or-a-lemon-squeezer/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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SUMMARY:Fruitvale Weeding Bee - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Due to the weather this has been cancelled – we will meet again on 28 Oct. Ngā mihi. \nCome along to this weeding bee and help save Scroggy Stream from invasive weeds. We’ll be working in Matangirua/Chettle Reserve\, close to Bunnings Warehouse\, New Lynn. It’s our first step in transforming this stream into a haven for native birds and critters\, and ensuring it flows well during changeable weather. \n\n\nKids welcome but must be supervised. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are required\, and gardening gloves\, a rain jacket and a sun hat are advised. Please bring your own light snack and drink bottle. \n\nSupported by the Whau Local Board.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/fruitvale-weeding-bee/
LOCATION:Matangirua/Chettle Reserve\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251003T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
CREATED:20250929T212341Z
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SUMMARY:Green Bay Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Come along to save the Waitahurangi Awa from pest plants\, and to help this stream that flows through Titirangi Golf Club to thrive. We’ll be meeting at the bridge opposite Suburbs Rugby Club\, 130 Portage Road\, New Lynn. \nGumboots or closed-toe\, sturdy footwear is essential. Please bring a rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any (some gloves will be provided). Kids welcome but must be accompanied by a supervising adult. \nSupported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council Healthy Waters. \nQuestions? Email pamela@ecomatters.org.nz.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/green-bay-stream-care-session-2/
LOCATION:Bridge on Portage Road\, opposite Suburbs Rugby Club\, 130 Portage Road\, New Lynn\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250927T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250927T123000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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SUMMARY:Growing Greens for Chickens - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Update: Sorry\, this workshop has now been cancelled. Apologies for any inconvenience caused. \n— \nJoin Oliver Liddell in the EcoMatters garden as he shares some of his favourite methods for growing nutritious greens for chickens. \nFresh greens are a small but vital part of a chicken’s diet\, providing crucial minerals for health\, fibre for digestion\, and calming/healing properties. However maintaining a steady supply through the year can be challenging\, especially in a small backyard set-up. \nFeeding greens to your chickens improves the overall nutritional value of their eggs. \nIn this workshop you will learn how to: \n– Design and build a grazing box for your chicken run. \n– Sow trays and pots of forage for your hens. \n– Garden in and around your chicken runs. \n– Manage grass and lawns with chickens. \nThese activities are fun and easy ways to enrich your chicken’s lives while boosting health and productivity. \nParticipants will also receive a complimentary packet of Oliver’s own organic ‘chicken garden’ seeds to sow at home. \nTicket option: \nAdd 3 Canna edulis (arrowroot) rhizomes from EcoMatters Garden for $7.\nChickens love to eat harvested canna leaves. These red flowering edible subtropical plants are quick and easy to grow. \n\n\nABOUT \nOliver Liddell is a freelance gardener\, creative\, and permaculturist. Through his business\, Altar of Earth\, he helps people connect to and steward their land through regenerative practices and integrated food systems. \nWorking with chickens is a passion of Oliver’s\, and his writing on various poultry related topics can be found in recent and upcoming editions of On The Land magazine.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/growing-greens-for-chickens/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250923T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250923T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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SUMMARY:Common Ground Film Screening with the Whau Climate Action Network
DESCRIPTION:The Whau Climate Action Network invites you to a screening of Common Ground\, a powerful documentary about regenerative farming as a solution to the climate crisis. \nBefore the film\, enjoy a short talk on regenerative gardening in Aotearoa from Amanda Hookham of Hope Teaching Garden and Kai Whau. \nRegister to attend \nPlease register to secure your seat as the venue has limited capacity\, so booking ahead helps us ensure everyone has a place and lets us contact you with any updates. \nIf your plans change and you’re unable to attend\, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your ticket to someone on the waitlist. \nThis documentary is unrated by Roco film but it does includes some thoughtful themes\, such as mental health awareness\, brief images of injuries\, occasional strong language\, and scenes that show smoking. \nVenue information \nA hidden gem tucked down a suburban road\, Ryders is located on a private two-acre property. Access the venue via a long gravel driveway — just follow the EcoMatters flags and signs. \nParking: Limited on-site parking is available. Once full\, please park on the road. \nBikes: You’re welcome to ride your bike; we’ll have space onsite to park them. \nAccessibility: Unfortunately\, this venue does not have wheelchair access. We acknowledge this and are committed to supporting accessible events whenever possible. \nThere will be one free popcorn and a Karma drink per ticket. There is no food or drink available to purchase from the venue. Please no outside food or drinks. A water bottle is fine. \nGetting there \nPlease consider sustainable travel options such as biking\, carpooling\, or public transport. \nThe 191 bus from New Lynn stops near the venue along Riversdale Road. \nIf you wish to ride your bike please bring your own lock. \nStreet parking is available if you’re driving. \nNgā mihi \n\nAbout the Whau Climate Action Network \nThe Whau Climate Action Network brings together people\, organisations and businesses interested in promoting\, supporting and implementing low carbon activities in the Whau area. \nSubscribe to the Whau Climate Action Network quarterly newsletter here or at ecomatters.org.nz/whau-climate-action-network/ \nJoin the facebook group here or at facebook.com/groups/whauclimateaction \nThe Network is supported by Whau Local Board\, Live Lightly and EcoMatters.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/common-ground-film-screening-with-the-whau-climate-action-network/
LOCATION:Ryders\, 177 Riversdale Road\, Avondale\, Auckland\, 1026
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T123000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
CREATED:20250821T021440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T021440Z
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SUMMARY:Growing kai in smaller spaces: 'bio intensive' seed raising with Kane Hogan
DESCRIPTION:Growing kai from seed is one of the most affordable ways to feed a family. Spring is the perfect time to learn techniques when growing from seed. \nJoin gardener Kane Hogan and learn how easy it is to grow your own food using ‘bio intensive’ methods. \nWe will start with seed sowing\, then show how to prick out seedlings to grow on. \nLearn how to make your own seed raising mix from well-aged compost. \nDuring tea/coffee break\, see a couple of film shorts\, featuring Kane’s time at Koanga Institute and his ‘Urban Gardener’ micro-farm project in Christchurch. \nWe will then learn how to grow ‘in situ’\, direct sowing into a raised vege bed in EcoMatters organic teaching garden (with Meg Liptrot\, garden coordinator). \nTicket option: take home a couple of punnets you’ve sown on the day to grow on at home for your own garden. \nAbout \nKane spent a year interning at the Koanga Institute working in the urban garden project (above)\, growing bio-intensively on a 200m2 plot of land. This project aimed to demonstrate that it is possible to grow enough kai for ‘a family of four to get all the nutrition they need on a daily basis’ out of the garden. (Founder\, Kay Baxter). \nKane went on to develop a micro-farm prototype in a neighbourhood experiment in Oxford\, Christchurch\, where he chose to plough up the lawn in favour of growing food intensively. \nLater he worked at Community House in Westport as garden facilitator\, teaching seed raising.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/growing-kai-in-smaller-spaces-bio-intensive-seed-raising-with-kane-hogan/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T123000
DTSTAMP:20260512T103105
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SUMMARY:Mānutewhau Awa Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come and help save the Mānutewhau Awa from rubbish at this community stream clean up. Together\, we’ll transform this stream into a thriving awa that flows well to the sea\, and provides a safe habitat for native birds and fish. \nSturdy closed-toe shoes are essential plus bring along a rain jacket and gardening gloves. Kids welcome but must be supervised. \nHosted by Mānutewhau Community Hub and Massey Matters. Supported by EcoMatters and the Henderson-Massey Local Board.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/manutewhau-awa-clean-up/
LOCATION:Mānutewhau Communtiy Hub\, 74 Oreil Avenue\, West Harbour\, Auckland\, 0618
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250913T160000
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CREATED:20250911T112732Z
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SUMMARY:Emergency Preparedness Workshop (Mandarin 普通话/Cantonese 廣東話)
DESCRIPTION:How can we be good neighbours and help each other in times of heavy rain? Learning about the way water flows in your neighbourhood is important. Find out what we can do to help our families and communities be more prepared. At the same time\, we’ll discuss what we can do to live in harmony with nature and take care of our beautiful environment for future generations to enjoy. \nTranslators in Mandarin and Cantonese will be available. Afternoon tea will be provided. \nWe hope you can make time to attend this workshop. Please RSVP with your name\, phone number and number of attendees to 021496890\, or fill in this form: https://forms.gle/VqLXUjMv5i9U4C979 \n\nJoin the Facebook event \n\n— \n远亲不如近邻。在暴雨来袭之际，我们应该如何互相帮助邻里? 了解您家附近的雨水流动情况很重要。来看看我们可以采取哪些措施，来帮助我们的家庭和社区做好更充分的准备。同时，我们将探讨如何与自然和谐相处，保护我们美丽的环境，让子孙后代能够享受。 \n现场将提供普通话/粤语翻译服务及提供茶点。 \n希望您能抽空参加。发短讯到 021496890 回复您的姓名，手机号码及参加人数。 \n— \nThis workshop is a collaboration between SportsHub Community Trust\, Whau Ethnic Collective and EcoMatters\, and supported by Auckland Council Healthy Waters. \nImage: by frame harirak on Unsplash
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/emergency-preparedness-workshop-chinese/
LOCATION:Synergy Sports\, Unit 3/44 Portage Road\, New Lynn\, Aucklnad\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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