Join us at the Hop Into Sustainability Market and celebrate Easter with eco-friendly creativity, a warm welcome and community connection! Discover our vibrant market, with eco-conscious crafts, handmade creations and…
Treeverse Waiheke: and introduction into tree climbing on ropes. I'm an Arborist and like to share my knowledge and passion about trees and climbing by encouraging people (kids and adults)…
Gather your whaanau and join us for a day of fun, learning, and connection with nature at the EcoFest Whaanau Fun Day! Hosted by the Beautification Trust, this event is…
Curious about ebikes, for commuting, leisure, fitness or a bit of everything? Come and check out the range of MeloYelo and Zoomin electric bikes, take a test ride and have…
Join a local artisan weaver "Thousand Ugly Kete" for a day of weaving in the beautiful Awaawaroa Valley Ecovillage. You will be guided to create your very own strong kete…
Experience Firewood becoming Art at the West Auckland Woodturners Guild Open Day This free event is perfect for the whole family. Witness skilled woodturners in action, try your hand at…
Set out on a hunt in the gardens at the Howick Historical Village! Find hidden emblems of birds, bees and other insects and learn about their vital role as pollinators in…
This is a new one-day session introducing permaculture to the suburbs. Coming to you from the Orewa Community Garden, we will be looking at the basic principles of permaculture and…
Turn "waste" into wonder at this hands-on collage workshop with Chronically Ellen! Grab a cuppa and let’s dive into the art of upcycling old magazines, books, calendars, and other discarded…
Join Emma Hinton from The Light Library at the Auckland Botanic Gardens for a delightful workshop for kids of all ages, blending creativity and nature! Start by crafting your own…
Design a bright and funky kitchen apron with recycled materials, to protect your clothes while you cook. In just 3 hours you’ll learn to make a kitchen apron to fit your…
Join us for a volunteer shift at Fair Food! Our amazing volunteers work at our Avondale Hub, sorting surplus healthy and nutritious food donated by our partner organisations. This kai…
Step back in time at the Historical Village, where everything was homemade and homegrown—when sustainability was simply a way of life. Gain insight into the daily work of the past…
SORRY THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED Join Rachel Clare, author of Play Wild: Nature Craft Projects for Tamariki, and upcycle an old jar into a pretty lantern decorated with pressed…
As part of the 'ONEPŪ - Shifting Sands / Shifting Time' exhibition at the Franklin Arts Centre, join this unique, hands-on experience exploring the traditional methods of using harakeke. All…
Toss it? No way! Bring it to your local DEANZ Repair Café and we will fix it! What is a repair cafe A Repair Café is an event where people…
Toss it? No way! Bring it to your local DEANZ Repair Café and we will fix it! What is a repair cafe A Repair Café is an event where people…
Join Sustinnoworx to upcycle your old clothes into unique, eco-friendly fabric planters! Start the workshop by learning simple weaving techniques to transform textile waste into functional and beautiful planters. Using…
Collaborative repair café held by Repair Café Aotearoa NZ and Auckland Central City Library! What is on offer?-REPAIRS available are MENDING of clothing and textiles (yet no alterations) as well…
Create a great-looking and functional breadboard in a day, from reclaimed wood in this Power Tools 101 workshop. As you learn about woodworking basics, you will transform upcycled timber into something…
Join us for an immersive deep listening sound experience where we will find out what nature sounds like at the micro-scale. We will start with a talk on "The Voice…
Rammed earth building dates back more than 2000 years and, like many of the structures created with it, is still standing as a strong, beautiful and ecologically kind way to…
Daylight saving is over. Time to dig out your bike lights and make sure you are seen. Dress up your bike and yourself and come for a ride along the…
Come and make a difference to your neighbourhood by spending a couple of hours helping keep our local path from St John’s to Glen Innes tidy. We will be weeding,…
Can you win Gold, Silver or Bronze for your paper airplane? Fly furtherest or hit the target. - We have lots of recycled paper. - There is no limit to…
Join us for the most spectacular over native forest flight experience! Multi-award-winning eco adventure experience, incredible 360 degree views, 3 dual ziplines each around 200m, followed by a beautiful native…
Following a successful planting day last August, the native pollinator garden at Ross Reserve is now in need of weeding and re-mulching. This event will start early to avoid the…
Join us on an exploratory walk through Cornwall Park, where curious minds will discover special taonga (treasure) in the park. Collect fascinating facts and tremendous textures as you explore the…
Come and discover this hidden gem of a reserve (Centorian Reserve), tucked away just off Constellation Drive but a little oasis in this urban spot. We will be caring for…
Join Nat Rose Te Hei (Te Whānau ā Apanui, Ngāti Porou, Tainui, Tuwharetoa) in this fun beginners weaving workshop at the start of the school holidays. Participants will learn to weave a…
Come along and find out about conservation work in your local neighbourhood! Guided nature walks Learn about ecological restoration, pest plant management and predator control Find out how to test…
Come join us at our ReUse Market in Auckland's City Centre - come to shop or come to sell. Background Our market is a place for anyone who wants to to…
Set out on a hunt in the gardens at the Howick Historical Village! Find hidden emblems of birds, bees and other insects and learn about their vital role as pollinators in…
Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will try and fix them for you at no charge (donations welcome). No booking is necessary - bring your item anytime…
Join us for our EcoFest 2025 event and make a difference. This event is a fantastic opportunity to give back to our community, protect local wildlife, and enjoy some time…
Ever heard of a progressive lunch? This one's bipedal, as you'll be cycling your way to eat each of 3 courses at a different community garden on Waiheke. Meet at…
In this workshop, Dan will share some of the findings from his doctoral research into different food futures for Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. Participants will be taken on a journey through…
Join us for a fun and rewarding street clean-up! 🌱 This event is perfect for anyone who wants to make a positive impact on the environment. It’s a great way…
Ever wondered what happens to all the waste we generate? Here’s your chance to find out! We’re hosting our good friends, The Clean Up Crew for their first waste audit.…
IMAgEN8 is a registered charity dedicated to fostering meaningful connections between New Zealand’s diverse communities and the natural environment through education, photography, and technology. We run nature photography workshops in…
Bring along your tamariki for a special day featuring Tanya Batt. There will be treats for children: please bring a plate of food and drink to share, and come socialise!…
Join us for dinner and help us on our mission to reduce food waste. We turn perfectly good surplus produce, destined for landfill, into delicious, nutritious 3-course meals. With the…
Are you passionate about bikes and keen to give back to your community? We’re on the lookout for local volunteers to join our Bike Hub Manurewa whaanau! At this induction…
Join us for the most spectacular over native forest flight experience! Multi-award-winning eco adventure experience, incredible 360 degree views, 3 dual ziplines each around 200m, followed by a beautiful native…
Experience the global Climate Fresk Game! Climate Fresk is a fun, interactive yet 100% science-based workshop designed for kids 9-16y. In just 2 hours you will learn the fundamental science behind…
Gather your flock (whānau) and join the experts from Birds New Zealand to learn about birds on a fun kids guided walk. Cornwall Park is a favourite spot for many…
Do you have old T-shirts that are no longer fit for purpose? Lets learn how to make T-Shirt yarn and use it to make something new togeher! T-shirt yarn can…
Get rid of your unwanted, old, or broken tech and electrical items responsibly - for FREE! Battery-operated or plug-in appliances thrown away in landfill have a risk of causing fires…
Bugs play a vital role in our backyard ecosystems! Join us to learn about your favorite bugs and build an eco-friendly hideaway just for them. 🏡 Take home your handmade…
Join us for a volunteer shift at Fair Food! Our amazing volunteers work at our Avondale Hub, sorting surplus healthy and nutritious food donated by our partner organisations. This kai…
Discover the vibrant street art of Manurewa and beyond on a fun and FREE guided ride! Led by our team from Bike Hub Manurewa, this ride will showcase stunning local…
Create a bug hotel for your garden in this woodwork workshop and support your local wildlife! This hands-on workshop blends woodworking and nature, giving kids the chance to build their…
Experience the global Climate Fresk Game! Climate Fresk is a fun, interactive yet 100% science-based workshop. In just 3 hours you will learn the fundamental science behind climate change, expand…
Join us for dinner and help us on our mission to reduce food waste. We turn perfectly good surplus produce, destined for landfill, into delicious, nutritious 3-course meals. With the…
Join us for a sizzling showdown, 'The Great Big Rescued Food Cook-Off' is back! Grab your aprons for a culinary extravaganza like no other as teams battle it out to…
Join Lauren at the cottage on Tuesday mornings for tea, conversation and singing with your baby. All songs are taught by ear and no experience is necessary. Music and song…
