EcoMatters Environment Trust

Te Henga Weed Bin Weekend
2026-06-13 08:00 - 2026-06-14 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Pae o Te Rangi Regional Park, 114 Te Henga Road, Waitākere, Auckland, 0781, New Zealand
Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin.
Bins will be onsite from Saturday 8am, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm.
To find out is and isn’t accepted, and when and where to find the bins, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins
Funded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.

Swanson Weed Bin Weekend
2026-06-13 09:00 - 2026-06-14 16:00 | Central Landscape Supplies Swanson, 598 Swanson Road, Swanson, Auckland, Auckland, 0612, New Zealand
Got invasive weeds? Live close to the Waitākere Ranges? Get rid of them at your local community weed bin.
The Swanson weed bin is accessible during Central Landscape & Garden Supplies open hours, 9am-4pm.
Bins will be onsite from Saturday 9am, and an EcoMatters team member will be there to provide weed advice Saturday 9am-3pm.
To find out is and isn’t accepted, and when and where to find the bins, visit ecomatters.org.nz/weedbins
Funded by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board and supported by Auckland Council.

Fruitvale Stream Community Planting
2026-06-14 10:00 - 12:30 | Matangirua/Chettle Reserve, New Lynn, Auckland, 0600
Nau mai, haere mai! Join us at Scroggy Stream to put native plants in the ground, which can add stability to the stream banks, absorb water in heavy rain, and provide a healthy habitat for our native birds and critters.
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.

Kids 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 some kai together at the end.

Supported by the Whau Local Board and Auckland Council Healthy Waters.

Mornings by the Stream in Glen Eden
2026-06-17 09:15 - 12:15, 2026-06-18 09:15 - 12:15, 2026-06-24 09:15 - 12:15, 2026-06-25 09:15 - 12:15 | Glen Eden Streams – TBC – varies each day, Glen Eden
Join EcoMatters stream rangers Pam and Alanah as we care for one of the beautiful waterways in the heart of Glen Eden. As well as learning about the environmental restoration of our streams, you’ll get to work alongside others who want to see nature thrive.
This is a great way to make community connections, while enjoying our hidden natural gems. You can come for as long as you like.
Wear sturdy shoes and bring gardening gloves if you have any.
RSVP to find out where you’ll be meeting each day –
For Wednesdays, RSVP to pamela@ecomatters.org.nz
For Thursdays, RSVP to alanah@ecomatters.org.nz
This is part of Project Twin Streams, and supported by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

Try an ebike for free - Glen Eden Community Market Pop Up
2026-06-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Glen Eden Community House, 13 Pisces Road, Glen Eden, New Zealand
Considering an ebike but not sure if it’s right for you? Join us at Glen Eden Community Market for a free chance to take one for a ride and find out.
Our pop up stall will introduce you to the Go Ebike loan scheme we run through our Bike Hubs. At the market, you can take a quick test ride and chat with us about whether an ebike could work for your commute, errands or the school run. Then, if you want to, you can sign up to try other ebikes for an extended free loan of two weeks.

Save money on petrol and parking
Reduce your carbon footprint
Improve your physical and mental health
Get where you want to go quickly (without getting sweaty)
Easier to tackle hills or longer distances
Cargo ebikes or ebikes with child seats for the school run or errands

Come say hi to us at the Glen Eden Community Market or find out more about ebike loans at ecomatters.org.nz/ebikes
Thanks to the Waitākere Ranges Local Board for making this pop up possible!

Matariki Planting at Te Kōtuitanga
2026-07-04 10:00 - 12:30 | EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn, Auckland, 0600, New Zealand
Come along for a community planting along the Waitahurangi Awa at Te Kōtuitanga (Olympic Park), New Lynn. This year, we celebrate Matariki through the theme Matariki herenga waka – a time to come together as a community, honouring our shared connections to place, people, and the environment.
As we plant along the awa, we reflect on Matariki as a time of renewal – remembering the past, celebrating the present, and preparing for the year ahead. Together, we’ll contribute to a healthier stream and a more resilient neighbourhood.
The native plants we put into the ground will help stabilise stream banks, slow water flow during heavy rain, reduce flood impacts, and provide habitat for native wildlife.
All ages are welcome; however, children must be supported by an adult. Please wear sturdy closed-toe footwear, ideally gumboots.
Meet at EcoMatters Environment Trust, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn.
Hosted by EcoMatters Environment Trust. For further info, contact pamela@ecomatters.org.nz
Ngā mihi to Whau Local Board for their support.

Make a Matariki Star: Harakeke Weaving & Māori Tikanga
2026-07-05 10:30 - 11:30 | EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn, Auckland, 0600, New Zealand
Come together this Matariki to weave your own harakeke (flax) star and celebrate the season with creativity and connection.
We’ll begin with a simple waiata to gently guide our time together. Along the way, you’ll hear stories about the history, use and importance of harakeke and learn the tikanga that sits around harvesting and weaving.
This is a relaxed, hands-on workshop where you can slow down, try something new, and connect with others as we reflect on the stars of Matariki.
We’ll wrap up with a shared morning tea – a chance to enjoy some kai and good company.
What to Bring / Wear:

Comfortable clothing (we’ll be seated on mats or cushions)
A pair of scissors and a 4 pegs with springs (we will also have some available to use)
Optional: bring a plate to share for morning tea

This workshop is suitable for ages 8+. Children aged 8–14 must attend with a parent or caregiver.

Matariki Planting by the Bike Path
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:30 | Access through Daily Bread, 35D Portage Road, 35 Portage Rd, New Lynn, Auckland, 0600, New Zealand
Join us this Matariki and come along to plant native plants along the Whau Awa! Put on your gumboots and let’s turn this area into thriving stream habitat.
The place we’re planting is located just past where the Waitahurangi Stream meets the Whau Stream, and they come together to form the Whau Awa.
The plants you put in the ground will be enjoyed by native birds and critters, as well as bike-riders and walkers passing through the New Lynn to Avondale shared path each day.
Kids welcome but must be supervised. Wear gumboots or sturdy closed-toe shoes, and bring your rain jacket and gardening gloves if you have any.
Access through the back gate of the Daily Bread site – a 2-minute bike ride or 12-minute walk from New Lynn Transport Centre. Bike parking will available.
Funded and supported by the Whau Local Board & Whau Wildlink.

Matariki Planting with Laingholm Restoration Ruatuna
2026-07-19 10:00 - 12:30 | Western Park, 12 Western Road, Laingholm
Nau mai, haere mai! Come and help us at Laing Stream with planting, and learn about the plants best suited to streamside areas. Be 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 safely to the sea.
The native plants we put into the ground will help stabilise stream banks, slow water flow during heavy rain, reduce flood impacts, and provide habitat for native wildlife.
Kids 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 some kai together at the end. Questions? contact pamela@ecomatters.org.nz
Hosted by EcoMatters Environment Trust, Restoration Ruatuna and Laing Stream neighbours. Ngā mihi to Auckland Council Healthy Waters for their support.
