Climate Action Workout: Composting Morning
Ostend Community Garden 30 Putiki RdBring your food scraps and get fit as you learn to compost! Join us in caring for the active composting systems and worm farms at Ostend Garden. This is a…
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Bring your food scraps and get fit as you learn to compost! Join us in caring for the active composting systems and worm farms at Ostend Garden. This is a…
Nau mai haere mai! Whakatipu Mana Kai is running a wānanga for kids to get hands-on with rēwana bread for Eco Fest 2026! The session will include kōrero and art…
Join Ali at St Heliers Community Library for this fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau. Dive into the fascinating world of tiger worms and discover how these…
Make & Protect! This Pēkapeka (native long-tailed bat) Upcycling Sewing workshop uses reclaimed fabrics to create your very own Pēkapeka soft toy. This hands-on activity not only builds sewing skills…
Come and join Kaipātiki Project for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to nurture and protect our local nature reserves! Sign up to spend the morning outdoors, breathing…
Take a theatrical journey deep into an ocean full of amazing sharks — from the prehistoric past to today. You won’t 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…
Florence Saves Clothes will combine a Westmere garage and the fun mobile mending van into a pop-up ‘open studio’ space from April 17 to 20. Come and learn more about…
Marine Mammals VR Experience with Blake Trust Explore how to support our Moana (ocean) through VR (Virtual Reality). Whānau have the opportunity to journey through a facilitated learning space on…
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 Ali at St Heliers Library for a fun, hands-on Love Food Hate Waste workshop where kids discover how easy it is to grow their own food. In this interactive session, kids…
Learning to ride a bike is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experience as a parent or caregiver is a thrill. If you are wondering…
Ever wonder what exists in the waters around your neighbourhood? Now's your chance! Join Adrian from The Whau River Catchment Trust as he brings equipment and water samples to show…
POSTPONED UNTIL SUNDAY 18TH APRIL DUE TO WEATHER WARNINGS Learn how tiger worms turn food scraps into compost and make a worm farm to take home. Registrations essential at: compostcollective.org.nz/events/tags/kids Ages 4+
Join us to learn how to make your own terrarium! (Suitable for kids aged 7–12 years) We’ll start with a short introduction, then you can create your own using the…
Join Sue at Sir Edmund Hillary Papakura Library for this Love Food Hate Waste workshop and get tips and tricks for how to create tasty snacks for your Whānau! You’ll…
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,…
WilderFest is returning in 2026, celebrating Waiheke’s unique biodiversity through creativity, connection and community. Set in the heart of Waiheke at Ostend Market, this immersive festival brings together local community…
Curious about what solar power and electric gadgets can do for you? Make yourself a coffee, or a pizza, charge your phone or e-bike, all run off the sun when…
Show us Wairau through your eyes – the wai, the whenua and the tāngata who live, work, learn and play here every day. Enter the Through My Lens photo competition for a…
Clay plastering. Come and learn about earthen clay plastering as a sustainable building practice. We’ll learn to prepare a natural clay plaster mix and apply it to an existing structure.…
Let kids unleash their creativity these school holidays by crafting their own stick-bound notebook! Using simple materials, they’ll make and decorate a unique notebook inspired by the outdoors. They can…
This is a hands-on workshop run by the wonderful Judith Rosamund, for anyone keen to grow some food but with limited access to land, e.g. living in an apartment or…
Learning to ride a bike is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experience as a parent or caregiver is a thrill. If you are wondering…
Join us and learn how to get started growing native plants at home. We’ll be exploring the basics of caring for native plants, practical tips for nurturing healthy growth, feeding,…
Got a broken appliance or a hole in your favourite garment? Bring it to our free Repair Café at Tāmaki Zero Waste Hub! Our skilled fixers will help troubleshoot and…
Come and learn how to design and create your own food forest in a suburban-sized backyard, following permaculture principles. We’ll cover how to start with soil preparation, composting, mulching, plant…
Take a theatrical journey deep into an ocean full of amazing sharks — from the prehistoric past to today. You won’t 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…
Florence Saves Clothes will combine a Westmere garage and the fun mobile mending van into a pop-up ‘open studio’ space from April 17 to 20. Come and learn more about…
Due to severe weather, the event on 26th March has been cancelled. Please sign up to one of the other four dates. Discover the neighbourhood of Manurewa on a fun…
Spend your Saturday morning overlooking the Waitematā Harbour, learning the art of raranga in a welcoming, beginner-friendly environment. These pop-up weaving workshops offer tamariki, rangatahi, and whānau a hands-on introduction…
Love hide and seek? Head to Rotoroa Island for a team-based treasure hunt and a chance to explore the island’s natural beauty. This fun, family-friendly event (also great for groups…
Bring along your bicycle to get a free service check or simple repair by Josca Bicycle Repairs.
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 — 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…
🌳💚 Help make New Lynn rubbish-free 🗑️🍃 Grab a bag, then walk, ride or skate around New Lynn picking up as much rubbish as you can see. 🌭🪑 Head back…
Nature photography using digital SLR cameras. Muriwai beach is one of Auckland's gems. Explore this beautiful area with a camera in hand. This is a free workshop thanks to a…
Sorry this event has been cancelled. Join us for an introduction to hot composting and BD500 at TRSS, a practical opportunity to explore the foundations of biodynamic gardening and land…
Update: Due to weather conditions, this event has been cancelled. Please follow Greenpeace and/or Forest & Bird directly for future updates. Although this event is cancelled, our fight to stop…
Sorry this event has been cancelled. Make zines about the climate, sustainability, eco-consciousness and more with the Albert Eden Climate Action Network.
Give your old clothing a new life in this creative, hands-on upcycling workshop! You’ll learn how to transform a T-shirt into a stylish and practical book bag, while also picking…
Ever found a sick, injured or orphaned bird in need? Wild birds need specialised care from dedicated rehabilitators or vets. The conditions of rescue can determine their recovery journey. Each…
Celebrate EcoFest and the school holidays at Botany Library! Turn rubbish into an out-of-this-world alien UFO using recycled cup lids 🛸 A fun, eco-friendly craft that shows how recycling can…
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 – the wai, the whenua and the tāngata who live, work, learn and play here every day. Enter the Through My Lens photo competition for a…
Whether you have your own gardening space already or not, come and spend time outside with other locals at Blackpool Community Garden! Join in to meet some neighbours, do a…
Be the change you want to see. Join a friendly bunch, of community minded environmentalists - and give our natives trees a chance! Spend the morning at the beautiful Shepherds…
Visit us in this beautiful, mature food forest in our 1/3 acre in the suburb of St John. Let me take you on a tour around the vege garden, meadow,…
Learning to ride a bike is one of those big childhood milestones and being part of that experience as a parent or caregiver is a thrill. If you are wondering…
We’re debuting our Bait and Trap predator-control education events at Paparimu Hall. We’ll be onsite to help you with materials and advice to get you started on your predator control…
Join us for a whānau-friendly day of celebrating Waiheke's food culture and stories! This year the Kai for Community Waiheke Food Festival returns to Piritahi Marae for another showcase of…
Take a theatrical journey deep into an ocean full of amazing sharks — from the prehistoric past to today. You won’t 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…
Florence Saves Clothes will combine a Westmere garage and the fun mobile mending van into a pop-up ‘open studio’ space from April 17 to 20. Come and learn more about…
Join Amanda for a Love Food Hate Waste workshop and get tips and tricks on storing your food to reduce waste. Make a Bees Wax wrap to take home to…