šøGet creative and go green at our Kids Craft Workshop! šø Join us at SUSTAINABLE PAPAKURA for a fun, handsāon session where tamariki turn EVERYDAY SCRAP RESOURCES into an item…
Step back in time at Historical Village,Ā when everything was homemade and homegrown and being in tune with the environment was an essential way of life. Compose leaves and other natural…
Join Sarah Williams at WhangaparÄoa Library for this free workshop. It offers an introduction to composting with the three most common and easy composting systems that can be used in…
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 Historical Village,Ā when everything was homemade and homegrown and being in tune with the environment was an essential way of life. Compose leaves and other natural…
Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But itās a hot day and on the way home the…
Get hands-on and creative as tamariki transform old paper into beautiful new sheets. Theyāll learn how recycled paper is made while mixing, squishing, and decorating their creations with flowers and…
Junior Ranger Explorer Walk Join your Auckland Parks Ranger for an exciting opportunity to explore, learn, and discover the wonders of our fascinating park environments. Become an Auckland Parks Junior…
How do orange peels and onion skins from your kitchen become clean energy andĀ fertiliser? What else can go in your foodĀ scrapsĀ bin and be transformed? Learn all about the journey of…
Help us reduce food waste by joining us for a 3-course dinner at one of our pay-as-you-can Auckland Restaurants.Ā Bring friends and whÄnau and be part of something special.Ā We…
Help us reduce food waste by joining us for a 3-course dinner at one of our pay-as-you-can Auckland Restaurants.Ā Bring friends and whÄnau and be part of something special.Ā We…
Join us at the cinema for a special screening of the latest film from award winning documentary maker Fiona Cunningham-Reid. Ackroyd & Harvey: The Art of Activism is an intimate…
Would you like to participate in some citizen science? Drop by Huia Lodge Discovery Hub from the 2nd to the 19th of April to collect a Cornwall Park bird survey,…
Show us Wairau through your eyes ā the wai, the whenua and the tÄngata who live, work, learn and play here every day. Enter theĀ Through My LensĀ photo competition for a…
In partnership with Wairau Zero Waste Hub and Localised, Lake House Arts is proud to celebrate creativity that transforms trash into treasure. These awards shine a light on sustainability in…
Journeys We Have TravelledĀ brings together five Auckland-based artists ā Louise Clement, Tracye Eriksen, Leanne Gibbons, Ellen von CollasĀ and Tracey McKeownĀ Working primarily with recycled and repurposed materials, the artists transform discarded…
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…
Join the Greenhithe Community Trust at Oratau Reserve this EcoFest 2026 Get outdoors, meet locals, and help care for one of Greenhitheās special green spaces. Be part of the Friends…
Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But itās a hot day and on the way home the…
Join Ali at St Heliers Community Library, and be guided through the basics of Bokashi composting. Come along to find out how this easy system works, how to get started,…
WhÄnau Fun at Macleans Park ā Pest Plant HÄ«koi Join us for a free morning of discovery and connection with nature, in partnership as part of the East Auckland Walkfest!…
Fly into some creative fun these holidays as kids stitch their very own pekapeka using upcycled fabric. This relaxed sewing session is a great way to learn a new skill,…
Come and get hands-on at the EcoMatters native plant nursery. Seedling Sessions are a regular volunteer session where youāll help care for and grow native plants that support local restoration…
Give your tamariki the chance to spend a full day immersed in the outdoors at Camp Adair, exploring the bush, solving nature mysteries, and learning through hands-on eco adventures. This…
Take a theatrical journey deep into an ocean full of amazing sharks ā from the prehistoric past to today. You wonāt need diving gear to swim with these majestic creatures;…
Flit between the flowers and discover how pollination works in Cornwall Park's ecosystem. Huia Lodge is open from 10 am - 4 pm Thursday to Tuesday 12 pm -4 pm…
A simple sewing workshop aimed at children aged 5-12 years. Children will create their own little monster or animal from scrap materials and felt! Register quickly as the workshop is…
In the heritage gardens at Howick Historical Village, get crafty and creative with natural and recycled materials! In this childrenās workshop with educator and historical interpreter Linda Darby Coring, join…
What does an ecosystem need to survive? Come and find out in our mini glass jar terrarium craft, using recycled materials! Not only will participants come away with a unique…
How do orange peels and onion skins from your kitchen become clean energy and fertiliser? What else can go in your food scraps bin and be transformed? Learn all about…
Step inside the multi award-winning urban gallery of Lisa Watkins, better known as MyShinyMadness. For EcoFest 2026, Lisa opens her own Urban Sustainability Gallery ā a rare indoor and outdoor…
Enjoy a guided tasting of carefully selected organic wines, paired with an introduction to sustainable wine-making practices. This relaxed and informative session offers an opportunity to learn more about how…
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…
In the heritage gardens at Howick Historical Village, get crafty and creative with natural and recycled materials! In this childrenās workshop with educator and historical interpreter Linda Darby Coring, join…
Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But itās a hot day and on the way home the…
šāš«Fun(gi) walk for the whole whaanau!šāš« Did you know that there are dozens of different fungi growing around the ngahere? Join Chris from @themushroomsmith on a walk through Kirks Bush…
Join Ali at St Heliers Community Library to learn how to compost without attracting pests. This workshop shares practical setup tips and DIY solutions you can use at home. Learn…
Have a plant you just can't quite find the name of? Or maybe you're curious about something growing in your garden? Join Adrian from The Whau River Catchment Trust to…
Ever thought about growing your own food, or wondered how to get more from your vegetable garden? This is your chance to learn from the best! Join our Edible curator,…
Blast off into creativity with our Space Terrarium activity! š In this handsāon session, children will build their very own mini āuniverse in a jar.ā Using coloured sand, stones, plants,…
Join Wei, one of our friendly Compost Collective facilitators, will run this fun, interactive worm farming workshop for kids and whÄnau. Dive into the fascinating world of tiger worms and…
Join BirdCare Aotearoa and Arataki Visitors Centre whÄnau for a guided hÄ«koi (walk) through the Upper Nihotupu dam trail, celebrating the whenua (land) and magical creatures of the night. We…
Help us reduce food waste by joining us for a 3-course dinner at one of our pay-as-you-can Auckland Restaurants.Ā Bring friends and whÄnau and be part of something special.Ā We…
Help us reduce food waste by joining us for a 3-course dinner at one of our pay-as-you-can Auckland Restaurants.Ā Bring friends and whÄnau and be part of something special.Ā We…
Would you like to participate in some citizen science? Drop by Huia Lodge Discovery Hub from the 2nd to the 19th of April to collect a Cornwall Park bird survey,…
Show us Wairau through your eyes ā the wai, the whenua and the tÄngata who live, work, learn and play here every day. Enter theĀ Through My LensĀ photo competition for a…
Spend time in nature and develop conservation skills while protecting wildlife in the WaitÄkere Ranges. You will protect our treasured wildlife in Ark in the Park, New Zealand's largest open…
A shared, hands-on kaupapa grounded in tikanga and care. Join Charmaine Bailie and the KaipÄtiki Project team for a four-session series focused on caring for pÄ harakeke. Come to one…
In partnership with Wairau Zero Waste Hub and Localised, Lake House Arts is proud to celebrate creativity that transforms trash into treasure. These awards shine a light on sustainability in…
Journeys We Have TravelledĀ brings together five Auckland-based artists ā Louise Clement, Tracye Eriksen, Leanne Gibbons, Ellen von CollasĀ and Tracey McKeownĀ Working primarily with recycled and repurposed materials, the artists transform discarded…
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…
Join the Greenhithe Community Trust at Taihinui Historical Reserve this EcoFest 2026 Love tramping off the beaten track and exploring wild bush? This group is made for you. Be part…
Join the Greenhithe Community Trust at Wainoni Park this EcoFest 2026 Spend a morning in nature, meet friendly locals, and help restore one of Greenhitheās most loved parks. Be part…
You're invited to spend some time at our Reach Out Wellness Gardens, where you can enjoy a warm cup of tea, a light snack, and a peaceful moment surrounded by…
Save the Ice Creams. Save the World! Siblings Bonnie and Nikau have been promised a special treat, ice creams! But itās a hot day and on the way home the…
Join Ali at St Heliers Community Library for this fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whÄnau. Dive into the fascinating world of tiger worms and discover how these…
