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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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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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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
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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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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T120000
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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251025T080000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251025T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251027T170000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T170000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251019T140000
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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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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T120000
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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
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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
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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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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250923T190000
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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
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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
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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
DTSTAMP:20260512T031412
CREATED:20250911T112732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T114705Z
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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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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250816T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250816T143000
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SUMMARY:Organic Teaching Garden - Working Bee and Shared Lunch
DESCRIPTION:EcoMatters Organic Teaching garden is a space where our community can join in and learn about a range of sustainable gardening ideas in one location. \nThis is a great chance to get involved in your local organic garden. \nAs we head into the growing season\, we would love extra help to give the gardens a bit of a spruce up and prepare for spring. \nThe garden is located at 4 Olympic Place New Lynn\, and is just across the road from EcoMatters bike hub. \nIdeas for the day (let us know what you’re interested in)\n– Harakeke clean up\, sugarcane and banana plant maintenance\n– Light weeding\, spreading compost or mulch\n– Food forest pruning\n– Divide and pot up edible perennials\n– Bathtub wormfarm TLC \nSome of our basic garden structures need repair or rebuilding. We build these with upcycled and repurposed materials to help protect the vege beds from wild chickens. \nMaterials needed – please get in touch if you can donate:\n– Sturdy untreated timber needed 2.5 and 4.5m lengths\n– Bamboo poles needed to rebuild a garden frame (50mm dia x 2.5m lengths min)\n– Divisions of edible perennials (strawberries\, herbs etc) for our community kai berm planting \nBYO Gear\nTools are available to use\, but if you have your own\, please bring along:\n– Gloves\n– Sturdy covered shoes / boots\n– Raincoat / hat\n– Water bottle / snacks \nLunch 12.30-1pm\nVege soup provided\nTea / coffee\nShared kai contributions welcome! \nLet us know what you’d like to focus on\, so we can plan the day. \nContact meg@ecomatters.org.nz \nNB. Please click on ‘Get tickets’ (free) so we know numbers and can contact you incase of postponement. \nIf today doesn’t work for you\, our organic teaching garden sessions are held each Friday 11-2pm.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/organic-teaching-garden-working-bee-and-shared-lunch/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250809T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250809T160000
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SUMMARY:Avondale Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come and help save the 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. \nGumboots or sturdy closed-toe shoes are essential. Kids welcome but must be supervised. \nHosted by Pecan Power and supported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council Healthy Waters.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/pecan-power-stream-care-session/
LOCATION:Corner of Wingate Street and Pecan Place\, Avondale\, 73 Wingate St\, Avondale\, Auckland\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250809T123000
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SUMMARY:Sunnyvale Stream Planting
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Join us to put native plants in the ground along the Sunnyside Stream. \nThe plants will provide food and shelter for native birds and critters\, and stabilise stream banks and mitigate erosion. We’ll also add mulch around the plants to enrich the soil\, help it retain moisture over the hotter season\, and keep invasive weeds at bay. \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 a hearty soup at the end. \nGumboots or sturdy closed-toe shoes are essential. Please bring a rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any. Kids are welcome but 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-planting-2/
LOCATION:18 Sunnyside Rd\, Sunnyvale\, 18 Sunnyside Road\, Sunnyvale\, Auckland\, 0612
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250807T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250807T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T031916Z
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SUMMARY:Dundale Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come and help save the Whau Stream on Dundale Ave from rubbish and invasive weeds at this community stream clean up.  \nPlease wear sturdy closed-toe shoes or gumboots\, bring a rain jacket and your own gardening gloves. \nQuestions? Email pamela@ecomatters.org.nz or ring 021 308 257. \nHosted by the Dundale Eco Stream Community and supported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council Healthy Waters.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/dundale-stream-care-session-2/
LOCATION:Outside 54 Dundale Ave\, Outside 54 Dundale Ave\, Auckland\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250803T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250803T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T031412
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SUMMARY:Creative Clay Kitchen Series: Make a Herb Stripper
DESCRIPTION:Join potter Jackie Muller and make a special item for your kitchen in workshop 1 of our kitchen series. In this workshop we will explore the making of a herb stripper and/or herb markers. \nCREATIVE CLAY KITCHEN SERIES\nWorkshop 1. Herb stripper and/or herb markers – 3 Aug\nWorkshop 2. Garlic grater and/or lemon squeezer – 19 Oct\nWorkshop 3. Small colander or berry bowl – 9 Nov \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:\nFor adults or children ages 12+\nMax 12 attendees\nThe additional items in Workshops 1 and 2 can be made if time allows.\n15 min is included for clean-up of own work stations.\nClay creations will be fired in Jackie’s kiln for pick up the following week. \n \n \n \nPHOTOS\nMain: Indicative only\, Rachel Collyer Ceramics\, GB\nAbove: Examples of herb stripper\, plant marker.\nAttendees at a previous Creative Clay workshop
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/creative-clay-kitchen-series-make-a-herb-stripper/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoHub,EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250801T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250801T120000
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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/
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:20250726T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250726T123000
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SUMMARY:Three Regenerative Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join Landscape Architect and author\, Nick Robinson\, in this workshop where attendees will learn the steps needed to achieve a regenerative urban ecosystem design. \nIn this workshop\, we are following on from Nick’s previous workshop on regenerative planting design*. Nick will discuss three of his Auckland garden projects to demonstrate how this approach can be put into action at your place. \nThe workshop will walk us through the detail of the design process for each of three different gardens. \nNick will start with the existing degraded site and show a variety of design ideas. He will next discuss the finished design (construction and planting)\, and finally\, the implementation and establishment of the garden.  \nThese designs will demonstrate the potential for garden sites to provide not only rich visual and sensory qualities\, but also enhanced urban ecosystem services. \nExamples will include three sites. \n– a bush edge ‘woodland garden’ with troublesome drainage flowpaths \n– a small sunny East Bays courtyard in to which a swimming pool was to be constructed \n– and a riverside garden bush restoration project in a Significant Ecological Area \nThere will be time for attendees to discuss their own projects in the last half hour of this workshop. \n* NB. To attend\, it is not essential to have previously come to Nick’s Regenerative Planting Design for Urban Spaces workshop. \nABOUT \nLandscape Architect Nick Robinson has twenty five years experience of landscape architecture professional practice in New Zealand and Britain. He has worked on award winning landscapes of industry as well as urban regeneration\, parks and private gardens.  \nIn addition to professional practice\, Nick has taught landscape architecture at universities in the UK\, USA \, New Zealand and Germany\, specialising in planting design and has a range of publications to his credit including the Planting Design Handbook.  \nNick recently spent two years working with international experts on urban ecology\, green roofs and green walls at the Department of Landscape\, University of Sheffield\, UK\, with a focus on current thinking on ecological approaches to urban design and innovations in planting design for biodiversity.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/three-regenerative-gardens/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250725T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250725T140000
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SUMMARY:Healthy Homes Workshop - Glen Eden
DESCRIPTION:Come along to our free\, fun and interactive Healthy Homes workshop. We’ll give you heaps of great ideas and inspiration to help you save money and help the environment by learning how to:\n Save water and energy\n Reduce damp and mould\n\n Keep your home warm and healthy \n\n\nAll of our tips are super easy to put in place in your own home\, and will not only help you save money (and the environment!)\, but also improve your whānau’s health. There’s something for everyone\, whether you are flatting\, renting or a homeowner. \n\n\nBrought to you by EcoMatters Environment Trust\, and supported by the Waitakere Ranges Local Board.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/healthy-homes-workshop-glen-eden/
LOCATION:Glen Eden Community House\, 13 Pisces Road\, Glen Eden\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Homes
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250719T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250719T140000
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SUMMARY:Rongoā Māori with Joanne Hakaraia-Olson
DESCRIPTION:Join Joanne Hakaraia-Olson for a one-day rongoā Māori workshop\, and learn to harvest and prepare rongoā (remedies) that carry the mauri (life force) of the ngahere (forest). \nYou will learn tikanga\, customs and rites observed\, rongoā of specific plants\, how to enter the ngahere with guidance and care\, and how to make wairākau (tonics)\, hinu (oils) and poultices. This workshop is suitable for beginners\, and participants will get to take away their balms. \nPlease bring a plate of kai for a shared lunch. \nThis free workshop will have a waitlist activated\, so if you have booked a ticket and are unable to make it\, please cancel your order so your spot can be allocated to the next person on the waitlist. \nSupported by the Whau Wildlink and Whau Local Board. \nAbout Joanne Hakaraia-Olson\, Rongoā Mauri Studio \nJoanne Hakaraia-Olson (Ngāti Raukawa\, Ngāti Whakaue and Ngai te Rangi) is a Rongoā Māori healer who carries the legacy of her tūpuna as kairongoā. She was born and raised in Ōtaki\, Aotearoa\, and was nurtured by the Tararua Ranges and the waters of the Ōtaki and Waitohu rivers. Since moving to Tāmaki Makaurau in 2010\, she has considered Te Wao Nui a Tirawa\, the Waitākere Ranges\, her greatest teacher. This connection is woven through her whakapapa to the Tainui waka. She works alongside her husband Nick Olson in running the Rongoā Mauri Studio in West Auckland\, through which she offers Rongoā Māori services.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/rongoa-maori-with-joanne-hakaraia-olson/
LOCATION:EcoMatters\, 1 Olympic Place\, New Lynn\, Auckland\, 0600\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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SUMMARY:Sunnyvale Stream Planting
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Join us to put native plants in the ground along the Waari Stream and extend this backyard stream restoration project. \nThe plants will provide food and shelter for native birds and critters\, and stabilise stream banks and mitigate erosion. \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 a hearty soup at the end. \nGumboots or sturdy closed-toe shoes are essential. Please bring a rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any. Kids are welcome but must be accompanied by supervising adults. \nQuestions? Email alanah@ecomatters.org.nz or text 021 308 268. \nThis event is hosted by Sunnyvale neighbours and EcoMatters\, and supported by the Henderson-Massey Local Board and Auckland Council Healthy Waters.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/sunnyvale-stream-spruce-up-4/
LOCATION:Corner of Awaroa Road and Nirmal Place\, Sunnyvale\, Auckland\, New Zealand\, Sunnyvale\, Auckland
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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SUMMARY:Kete Waikawa Weaving for Matariki with Heather Steadman
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate Matariki with us and learn to harvest harakeke with appropriate tikanga.\nThen we will be making ‘kete waikawa’ with Heather and Jacque. \nPlease bring a plate of kai for a shared lunch. \nABOUT \nHeather Steadman studied raranga (harakeke weaving) at Waikato Institute of Technology\, and at marae from Kawhia to Rotorua. She is involved with the Waitaha Executive Grandmothers Council which focuses on water issues down south (38 rivers)\, conservation organisations near home and rongoa rakau (tree medicine). \nThis is an intermediate level weaving class\, but no prior experience necessary. \nThe workshop will be taking place at the Green Bay Community House as making these larger baskets requires more space. \nWorkshop max 10 \nThanks to the Creative Community Scheme for supporting this workshop.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/kete-waikawa-weaving-for-matariki-with-heather-steadman/
LOCATION:Green Bay Community House\, 1 Barron Drive\, Green Bay\, Auckland\, 0604
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events
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