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SUMMARY:Henderson-Massey Moth Plant Competition
DESCRIPTION:The Henderson-Massey Moth Plant Competition is a fun\, family-friendly competition that is all about getting rid of moth plant in your neighbourhood. \nThere are over $1000 worth of prizes for teams collecting pods and removing vines\, and individuals designing posters. \nTo enter\, you or at least one of your team members has to live\, work or go to school in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area. The Moth Plant Competition runs from Saturday 15 March to Sunday 24 May 2026 (now extended). Register your team now. \nFor more information on the Moth Plant Competition plus the catagories and prizes. Click here. \nThe Moth Plant Competition is inspired by similar challenges run by Pest Free Howick Ward\, Ōtara Waterways and Lake Trust\, and Sandringham Project in Community Empowerment (SPiCE). Thank you to the Henderson-Massey Local Board for supporting this competition. \nThis event is part of EcoFest 2026 — a month-long\, community-powered festival celebrating nature\, sustainable living and everyday climate action across Tāmaki Makaurau. Discover practical ideas\, inspiring events and ways to deepen your learning at ecofest.org.nz.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/henderson-massey-moth-plant-competition/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,EcoMatters Events at EcoFest,Nature,Torohē Nuku/Explore Nature
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SUMMARY:Mornings by the Stream in Glen Eden
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis is a great way to make community connections\, while enjoying our hidden natural gems. You can come for as long as you like.\nWear sturdy shoes and bring gardening gloves if you have any. \nRSVP to find out where you’ll be meeting each day –\nFor Wednesdays\, RSVP to pamela@ecomatters.org.nz\nFor Thursdays\, RSVP to alanah@ecomatters.org.nz \nThis is part of Project Twin Streams\, and supported by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/mornings-by-the-stream-in-glen-eden-3/
LOCATION:Glen Eden Streams – TBC – varies each day\, Glen Eden
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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SUMMARY:Every Bite - Cook with Confidence\, with the Deaf Wellbeing Society’s Natasha
DESCRIPTION:Come and cook with Natasha! She has made over 220 recipe videos in New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL). \nWe will learn easy recipes together. We will share kai and have fun. \nThis event is for Deaf and hard of hearing people. Family members and friends are welcome too. \nThere will be an NZSL interpreter. \nWatch a New Zealand Sign Language translation about this event here. \nWhat will happen on the night? \n\nLearn about Every Bite\nWatch Natasha cook\nShare kai together\nWin spot prizes\n\nThis event is suitable for people aged 14 and above. \nWhat is Every Bite? \nEvery Bite is a four-week programme run by EcoMatters Environment Trust. It helps you: \n\nUse food well\nWaste less food\nSave money\n\nWe will keep in touch along the way. Then we will meet again at the end.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/every-bite-may/
LOCATION:Auckland Deaf Society\, 16 Hillsborough Road\, Hillsborough\, Auckland\, 1042\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Food,Waste
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T091500
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SUMMARY:Mornings by the Stream in Glen Eden
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis is a great way to make community connections\, while enjoying our hidden natural gems. You can come for as long as you like.\nWear sturdy shoes and bring gardening gloves if you have any. \nRSVP to find out where you’ll be meeting each day –\nFor Wednesdays\, RSVP to pamela@ecomatters.org.nz\nFor Thursdays\, RSVP to alanah@ecomatters.org.nz \nThis is part of Project Twin Streams\, and supported by the Waitākere Ranges Local Board.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/mornings-by-the-stream-in-glen-eden-5/
LOCATION:Glen Eden Streams – TBC – varies each day\, Glen Eden
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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SUMMARY:Dundale Stream Care Session
DESCRIPTION:Nau mai\, haere mai! Come and help us at the Whau Stream to clean up rubbish and debris plus do some mulching\, so we can get it ready for planting. Be 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. \nKids welcome but must be supervised. Sturdy closed-toe shoes are required\, and gardening gloves\, a rain jacket and a sun hat are advised. \nQuestions? Email pamela@ecomatters.org.nz or ring 021 308 257. \nHosted by the Dundale Eco Neighbourhood and supported by EcoMatters and Auckland Council Healthy Waters.
URL:https://ecomatters.org.nz/event/dundale-stream-care-session/
LOCATION:Council reserve area in front of 66a Dundale Avenue\, Blockhouse Bay\, 66a Dundale Avenue\, Blockhouse Bay
CATEGORIES:EcoMatters Events,Nature
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