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Welcome toEcoMatters warmly welcomes you to EcoWest Festival 2019Tēnā koutou katoa,
EcoWest Festival is now in its eighth year, and it’s grown deep roots in this part of Tāmaki-Makaurau. It marks a season when thousands come together to celebrate and care for the places we love most in this corner of Aotearoa, and it never fails to be a highlight for us.
Each year, the festival programme evolves to respond to the issues of our time, and this edition is no different. In particular we’re excited to dive into a new event category that promises to challenge complacency and stoke the embers of conversation.
The ‘Arts on Climate Change’ series invites us to view our greatest environmental threat through the eyes of artists, filmmakers, performance artists and other creatives. At a time when climate issues are often framed through the dispassionate lens of the newsreader, we welcome new voices and perspectives that aim to provoke, confront and inspire action.
We’re extremely grateful to everyone who contributes to making EcoWest Festival what it is. Thank you firstly to our event hosts who are so graciously sharing their expertise. Many of you have worked tirelessly for the environment over many years, and it’s a privilege to have this opportunity to shine a light on your dedication and mahi. We’re also appreciative of our generous festival funders and supporters - especially the Waitākere Ranges, Henderson-Massey and Whau Local Boards and Panuku Development Auckland.
And to each of you who comes along - thank you for being a part of it, for responding to the call to care for Papatūānuku (Mother Earth). The need has never been greater, and we’re glad to stand here with you.
Mauri ora!Damon BirchfieldCEO, EcoMatters Environment Trust
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SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORT OPTIONSWe encourage you to find low-carbon ways to get to EcoWest events where possible. Look for these symbols to find events that have train or bus stops within walking distance or when to BYO bike. Visit www.at.govt.nz to plan your journey.
WHĀNAU FRIENDLY Looking for something to do with the family?Event listings with this symbol are suitable for kids – check the age range directly with the event organiser if not specified in the event listing.
Over 120 Events on Offer In 2019
ABOUT ECOMATTERSEcoMatters Environment Trust aims to connect people and place, and to nurture kaitiakitanga (guardianship). We support the community with the knowledge and tools to care for nature, reduce waste, ride and fix bikes, and live more sustainably. We run workshops, host events, and provide opportunities for hands-on environmental action in Auckland.
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EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS page 4 Get out and explore the natural gems in our backyard
MAKERS’ MAYHEM page 8Meet local creators and get hands-on in DIY workshops
ARTS ON CLIMATE CHANGE page 12 View our greatest challenge through the eyes of creatives
CONSCIOUS LIVING page 14 Discover smarter ways to live the good life
ON THE MOVE page 20 Join the clean transport revolution
FOODIES’ FIX page 24Fill your plate with locally grown and crafted food
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NATIVE NURSERY POTTING WORKSHOPMondays and Fridays, 10.00am-12.00pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn Free For info text 027 481 0688
Join Chrissy to help with native seed propagation! Muck in and learn all about how native plant propagation can contribute to protecting our land and streams. The seeds you nurture will be used in stream restoration projects in the local area. Bring a hat, sunscreen and a snack to keep you going. Brought to you by EcoMatters.
GECKOS, SKINKS, LIZARDS (AND WETAS!)Saturday 13 April, 10.30am-12.00pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn $15 Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
We have some very special animals indigenous to Aotearoa including these hard-to-spot beauties. Reptiles and wetas are at risk of predation and habitat loss. How can we protect these species, many of whom are under threat? Brian Lawton will have plenty of live species on display where you will get the rare chance to get up close and personal and see for yourself why they’re so special. Brought to you by Creatures Unlimited and EcoMatters.
EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS Get out and explore the natural gems in our backyard
LOVE YOUR STREAM DAYSWednesdays and Fridays, 9.00am-3.00pm Glen Eden Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Help bring health back to our urban streams by joining Pam or Alanah on our Love Your Streams Days! As well as learning about stream restoration and monitoring, you will be sure to have a good time working with like-minded people caring for our streams. Brought to you by EcoMatters.
BUTTERFLIES! Saturday 16 March, 11.00am-12.30pm Blockhouse Bay Recreational Reserve, Whitney Street, Blockhouse Bay Free
Come and learn from the experts all about New Zealand’s butterflies. Brought to you by the Monarch Butterfly New Zealand Trust.
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GLEN EDEN URBAN NATURE WALKSunday 14 April, 10.00am-12.00pm Meet at 72 Savoy Road, Glen Eden Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Come and explore the reserves, streams, and wetlands of Glen Eden. This nature walk is a great alternative to tracks within the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area. Brought to you by EcoMatters.
SILENT DISCO CITYWALKSaturday 23 March, 10.30am-12.00pm WestCity Shopping Mall, Great North Road entrance, Henderson $25pp, $85/family of 4 Bookings required: bit.ly/2TkeU4H
Join us for an unique, interactive, multi-sensory 90-min walk around Henderson. We’ll give you Silent Disco headphones to dance and explore Henderson while listening to the pre-recorded entertainment programme through the headphones. No dance experience is required, kids 5+. Brought to you by Papaya Stories.
LIZARDS AND INSECTS IN WEST AUCKLANDSunday 24 March, 10.00am Sunhill Scenic Reserve, 133 Awaroa Road, Sunnyvale Free
Come find out about skinks, geckos, insects, spiders and other invertebrates that live out West. Who are they, where do they live, what do they eat, and how can we help them? A fun hands-on event for the whole family. Brought to you by Friends of Sunhill Scenic Reserve.
STREAM AND BUSH CARE IN LAINGHOLMSunday 7 April, 1.00-3.00pm 12a Western Road, Laingholm Free
Join us to help care for Laing Stream and the surrounding bush area in Laingholm. Practical, hands-on weeding experience to be had. Fun, informative and a great place to learn from long-time residents about caring for our unique bush landscape. Wear sturdy footwear, comfortable clothes, and gloves. Brought to you by Laingholm Pest Free and Ngahere Ora.
GLEN EDEN BAT WALK Friday 29 March, 6.30-8.00pm Kōwhai Reserve Carpark, 28 Withers Road, Glen Eden Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Bats? In Glen Eden? Let’s find out! Join us for an adventurous night time walk. We will be using bat monitors to detect their presence. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a torch. Brought to you by Project Twin Streams.
WAIKUMETE STREAM CLEAN UPSunday 14 April, 1.00-3.00pm Meet at 72 Savoy Road, Glen Eden Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Join us to show the Waikumete Stream in Glen Eden some love! We’ll be removing rubbish from the streamside areas to stop them getting into our waterways. Wear sturdy, covered footwear and prepare to get a little dirty! Nau mai, haere mai! Brought to you by EcoMatters.
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FOREST THERAPY WALK Thursday 21 March, 4.00-7.00pm Oakley Creek, Waterview General $10, Unitec staff and students $5 Bookings required: bit.ly/2RVyUy1
Slow down, open your senses, connect with nature, other participants and yourselves through a series of invitations, stories sharing and ending with a tea ceremony. Dress comfortably, bring water, hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. Let your guide Yaki know if you have any dietary requirements. Brought to you by Wilderites in collaboration with Unitec Sustainability Club.
EXPLORE THE OUTDOORS Get out and explore the natural gems in our backyard
FOREST THERAPY WALK Thursday 28 March, 10.00am-1.00pm Sunday 31 March, 9.00am-12.00pm Craigavon Park, Green Bay $10 Bookings required: bit.ly/2TkJhI2
Forest bathing (shinrin yoku) is both fun and relaxing. Your guide Yaki will help you slow down, open your senses, connect with nature, other participants and yourselves through a series of invitations, stories sharing and ending with a tea ceremony. Brought to you by Wilderites.
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VIP KAYAK DAY Saturday 30 March 9.00am, 11.00am, 1.00pm, 3.00pm Matuku Link, 111 Bethells Road, Bethells $60 Bookings required: [email protected] or 021 2207136
A fundraiser for Matuku Link which aims to protect wildlife, replant the wetland and convert the old barn to a Wetland Education Centre. Only on this day we are granted access over private property to enjoy the Waitākere River and the unique Te Henga Wetland from kayak, with refreshments afterwards. Suggested minimum age 12 years.
A NIGHT IN THE BUFFERZONESaturday 13 April, 6.00-8.00pm Matuku Link, 111 Bethells Road, Bethells Free Bookings required: 021 220 7136 or [email protected]
Discover night life in the area around Ark in the Park, our largest conservation project, this time in the bufferzone at Matuku Link: possibly pāteke, glow worms and giant moths and maybe even bats! A treasure hunt highlighting the positive results of predator control for our native species. Brought to you by Ark in the Park.
MATUKU LINK INTRODUCTIONSunday 17 March, 10.00am-1.00pm Matuku Link, 111 Bethells Road, Bethells Free
Matuku Link Working Bees are as much about having fun as they are about helping the environment. Something for everyone: planting, nursery work, building, weeding, watering, clearing… We work until 1.00pm and stop at lunchtime. Bring something to share if you can, we’ll provide coffee, tea, soup and bread.
OPANUKU STREAM BAT WALK AND TALKFriday 22 March, 7.00-8.30pm Corban Estate Arts Centre Carpark, 2 Mount Lebanon Lane, Henderson Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Exciting news! Long-tailed bats have been discovered at Corban Estate during the Opanuku 2017 BioBlitz. Join us for an adventurous walk where we will be using bat monitors to detect their presence. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring a torch. Brought to you by MPHS Community Trust.
TE TIRITI IN CONSERVATION IN TĀMAKI MAKAURAUSunday 24 March, 1.00-3.30pm Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Te Tiriti o Waitangi in the Tāmaki Makaurau Conservation Landscape. Join us as we explore this in today’s context. How can we embody this in the work we do? Hosted by the North-West Wildlink and facilitated by DOC. Venue to be confirmed. Please book to register your interest. Photo by Jacqui Geux.
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MAKERS’ MAYHEMMeet local creators and get hands-on in DIY workshops
HARAKEKE - FROM HARVEST TO BASKETSaturday 16 March, 10.00am-12.00pm Pā Harakeke, Smythe Road Cycle Way, Henderson Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Come and learn about Māori tikanga (practices) that apply to harakeke (NZ flax) harvesting. Learn more about different harakeke varieties, how to harvest correctly and care for the plant. There will also be an opportunity to weave a simple basket using the harvested harakeke and to join our monthly weaving group. Brought to you by Corban’s Weaving Circle.
BIODEGRADABLE POTTING Wednesday 10 April, 11.00am-1.00pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn Koha Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
Plastic waste is an ongoing and escalating issue everywhere in the world, but there are many ways we can be creative to help reduce its impacts on the planet. We will help you sew together biodegradable pots for plants, replacing the usual black plastic pots. We’ll then use those pots to plant native seedlings, for planting at home or at a suitable wild-ish location. All materials provided. Brought to you by Cony Style and EcoMatters.
CONSCIOUS LAYERS UPCYCLING PARTY Tuesday 19 March, 4.00-6.00pm Unitec Waitākere campus, Ratanui Street, Henderson Free Bookings required: [email protected]
We all have those items of clothes we can’t quite let go of, whether it be because of the little fix they need, or that creative streak to make it transform into something new. So come along to this workshop, bring these items along and get all the support, tools and reasons you need to start making and mending your own clothes. Brought to you by Conscious Layers in collaboration with Unitec Sustainability Club.
DIY BEESWAX WRAPS Saturday 16 March, 10.30am-12.00pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn $20 Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
Ditch plastic cling-wrap and make your own reusable, zero waste beeswax food wraps. Make small sized wraps for snacks or large wraps for covering bowls and plates. Bring: three pieces of precut 100% cotton fabric (ideally cut with pinking shears). Size: 30x30cm or smaller to fit the oven tray. Brought to you by EcoMatters.
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DIY WORKSHOPS Rutherford College,16 Kōtuku Street, Te Atatū Peninsula Bookings required: rutherfordcomed.co.nz or 09 834 4103
Get crafty and join one of the DIY workshops below hosted by Rutherford College Community Education.
DECOUPAGE YOUR OWN GARDEN POTSaturday 23 March, 10.00am-1.30pm $69
Come and learn to decorate your own terracotta pot with tissue paper adding some colour and creativity to your patio or garden. After becoming familiar with the basic techniques taught on this course, you will be able to extend your creativity to almost any surface. Learn these skills to add new life to old treasures.
SOAP MAKINGSaturday 30 March, 9.30am-4.00pm $59+
Explore methods of soap making using a range of techniques. Topics include: making soap from scratch, using a soap base, melt and pour soap, ingredients used in soap making and decorating and designing your soap. Materials can be purchased on the day from the tutor for a cost of $25.
SOLID SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER BARSSunday 31 March, 11.00am-2.00pm $69
Learn how to make your own solid shampoo bars and conditioner bars! They’re great for your hair, great for the environment and great for your pocket. Each participant will be able to take two shampoos and one conditioner home made to their own specific hair type.
SEWING - CLOTHING ALTERATIONSTuesday 2 April, 7.00-9.00pm $49
Gain the skills required to alter your own pants, skirts and sleeves in this practical workshop that covers both machine and hand-stitch techniques. It’s a fabulous way to recreate and modernise clothing to fit you and your family.
BAGS, BAGS, BAGS! Sunday 7 April, 2.00-3.00pm Blockhouse Bay Library, 578 Blockhouse Bay Road, Blockhouse Bay Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Bags, bags, bags! Make your own bag from an old t-shirt. No sewing required. For ages 5-105. Bring your own old t-shirt made of stretchy fabric. Brought to you by Auckland Libraries.
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SHOWER POWER! Sunday 31 March, 2.00-3.00pm Blockhouse Bay Library, 578 Blockhouse Bay Road, Blockhouse Bay Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Shower Power! Make a shower timer out of recycled plastic bottles. For ages 5-105. Bring two small identical plastic bottles. Brought to you by Auckland Libraries.
BAG-MAKING Wednesday 20 March, 3.00-4.00pm Avondale Library, 93 Rosebank Road, Avondale Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Bring in a t-shirt and we will show you how to make a shopping bag. Brought to you by Auckland Libraries.
MAKERS’ MAYHEMMeet local creators and get hands-on in DIY workshops
BLOOMING CRAFTY! Friday 22 March, 4.00-5.00pm Waitākere Central Library, 3 Ratanui Street, Henderson, Level 1 Free
Come along and learn how to make roses out of old book pages. Most suitable for adults and school-age children, however littlies will be provided with activities to do while adults are busy creating! Brought to you by Auckland Libraries.
PLAY DOUGH Thursday 21 March, 4.00-5.00pm New Lynn War Memorial Library, 3 Memorial Drive, New Lynn Free
Come along and learn how to make play dough. Bring in a reusable container so you can take home your dough. Brought to you by Auckland Libraries.
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DIY NATURAL SKINCARE Wednesday 3 April, 6.30-8.30pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn $25 Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
Learn how simple it is to make your own divine, natural personal care products. Stop wasting money when you can make your own natural and budget-friendly alternatives! Take home two lip balms, two hand cream bars and a sugar scrub. Recipes and information provided. BYO jam jar for the sugar scrub. Brought to you by Buffie Mawhinney and EcoMatters.
KIDS DIY BUG HOTEL Wednesday 27 March, 4.30-6.30pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn $20 Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
In this hands-on workshop kids will build and paint their own wooden insect hotel. Hunt around the EcoMatters gardens to find materials to put into your hotel. Information provided on what insects to expect and how to locate your hotel. Includes ‘Pollinators’ garden seed. Brought to you by Buffie Mawhinney and EcoMatters.
TE ATATŪ PENINSULA HANDMADE MARKETSaturday 13 April, 10.00am-2.00pm Te Atatū Peninsula Library, Foyer/Deck, 595 Te Atatū Road, Te Atatū Peninsula Free Stall bookings: 0274 753341
We present a smorgasbord of creative talent. You’ll find pure essential oils, bath and body products, plants, handpoured soy candles, handmade jewellery, handcrafted cards and all sorts of handcrafts made by very talented creators who love what they do. Our focus is on artisan goods handmade locally. Brought to you by Te Atatū Artisan & Handmade Market.
RECYCLE! BAG-MAKINGSaturday 23 March, 11.00am-12.00pm New Lynn War Memorial Library, 3 Memorial Drive, New Lynn Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Bring along an old t-shirt and we’ll show you how to make a no-sew reusable shopping bag! Brought to you by Auckland Libraries.
INSULATE WITH ECOMATTERS
Our friendly insulation team can assess your home, provide no-obligation advice and install the insulation it needs. All proceeds go towards supporting local environmental initiatives.
REQUEST A QUOTE0800 ECO NOW (0800 326 669)www.ecomatters.org.nz/insulate
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ARTS ON CLIMATE CHANGE View our greatest challenge through the eyes of creatives
LUNGSONG Saturday 13 April, 5.00-5.30pm, 6.00-6.30pm Lopdell House rooftop, 418 Titirangi Road, Titirangi Free Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
LungSong invites you to wind your way up to the Lopdell House rooftop for a special dance experience, where air becomes a medium, shared and exchanged in this open encounter. Developed through a residency at NIWA’s Atmospheric Research Station in Lauder, LungSong is a testimony of the temper(ature) of our times. Choreographed by Carol Brown, Sound Artist Russell Scoones. Supported by Te Uru and the University of Auckland.
ARTIST TALKS Sunday 17 March, 11.00am-1.00pm The Church, Corban Estate Arts Centre, 2 Mount Lebanon Lane, Henderson Free Bookings required: [email protected] or 021 1516899
How can art impact climate change? Gain an exciting insight into current art practices that are making a difference. Including Carol Brown and dancers, Dr. Janine Randerson, Charlotte Graham, Dr. Mark Harvey, Kathryn Tulloch and Taarati Taiaroa (For the Love of Bees). Enjoy a fantastic line-up with your free glass of bubbles. Brought to you by ArtSpark.
THREAD OUR FRESH WOUNDSSaturday 6 April, 10.00am-12.00pm Olympic Park, New LynnSaturday 13 April, 10.00am-12.00pm Craigavon Park, Green Bay $10 Bookings required: [email protected]
Join us for a morning art workshop in the park. Through ceremonial sense tea tasting and meditation, learning eastern knotting techniques and discussion, artist Frankie Chu will lead you through an experience that will create conscious connections between you and nature and help you think about healing our environment. The knots you make will contribute to an environmental artwork installation. Brought to you by Original Art Association.
ART COMP! Apply now till Sunday 14 April Open to 14-20 year old West Auckland residents Register at: [email protected]
We invite young local artists to delve deeper into the art of storytelling. Have you thought how Papatūānuku is coping with all our waste and neglect? How do you know she is struggling? People’s Choice, so YOU decide which of the eight finalists exhibited at 1909-1949 Great North Road in June wins!
Maryam and Emilia in LungSong. Photograph by Carol Brown.
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ARTS ON CLIMATE CHANGE EXHIBITIONSaturday 16 March - Sunday 14 April FEEL GOODS | Whau Arts Space, 99 Rosebank Road, Avondale Free
Launching the Whau’s newest Art Space, we invite you to our first group exhibition. The subject is ‘Arts on Climate Change’, submissions are welcome till the 11th of March. Brought to you by Whau the People.
THE TURTLE AND THE PLASTIC BAGFriday 29 March, 10.00-11.00am Under Dale the Avondale Spider, 1957 Great North Road, Avondale Rain venue: Avondale Primary School Hall, Crayford Street West, Avondale Free
When two friends explore the vast moana, they find the most magical things floating about along their way... even some strange looking jellyfish! Join BleupBleup and BloopBloop on their journey of discovery. This fun, interactive theatre show encourages kids to be wastewise. Suitable for all ages but designed for 5-10 year olds. Brought to you by The Creative Souls Project.
HUNDUN Saturday 16 March - Sunday 14 April Event cost: your small plastic bottles bit.ly/2CVyNIt
Look out for Ryan Sun’s bottle eating Hundun popping up at events throughout the festival. Gift it your waste thoughts and feed it your small plastic bottles, which are collected to be transformed into The Tree of Life, a sculpture made out of hundreds of plastic bottles diverted from the waste stream. Supported by Whau Local Board.
CLIMATE RECYCLING PRIVILEGESunday 24 March, 10.00am-12.00pm Avondale Markets, Avondale Free
A live performance reflecting on challenges we face as individuals in terms of expectations around climate change, recycling, daily waste and the dynamics of privilege. Dr. Mark Harvey has shown in a wide range of national and international contexts such as the 55th Venice Biennale.
SPOKEN WORD 4 PLANET EARTHSaturday 6 April 10.00am-3.00pm Bike & Art Workshops 5.00-7.00pm Spoken Word Slam Falls Carpark, 22 Alderman Drive, Henderson Free
Hear what our young people have to say in Spoken Word 4 Planet Earth. A cash prize is up for grabs for the most affecting original word-based work about our greatest challenge - climate change. But is it the greatest challenge for today’s youth? Free bbq from 4.00pm. A collaboration between Crescendo Trust, Kākano Youth Arts Collective and EcoMatters.
THE LOTUS EATERS Saturday 16 March - Sunday 14 April 1909-1949 Great North Road, Avondale Free
Our inaugural Arts On Climate Change section leads with the 8-panel, gut-punching graphic tale The Lotus Eaters by Damon Keen. Keen’s work can be found in the High Water graphic novel, an anthology from New Zealand’s top comic artists, dramatising what scientists tell us about climate change. Brought to you by Panuku Development Auckland.
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CONSCIOUS LIVING Discover smarter ways to live the good life
TOUR OF EARTHSONG ECO-NEIGHBOURHOODSaturday 13 April, 10.00am-12.00pm Earthsong Eco-Neighbourhood, 457 Swanson Road, Rānui Adults $10 (cash only), children free
Earthsong is an innovative urban co-housing development and a model of socially and environmentally sustainable urban living. The tour includes a presentation in the community’s Common House, a walk through the neighbourhood, viewing of homes, refreshments and a chance to talk with residents. Please wear slip off shoes. Brought to you by Earthsong Eco-Neighbourhood.
WINTER GARDENING Saturday 23 March, 10.00am-12.00pm Triangle Park Community Garden, 385 Don Buck Road, Massey $20 Bookings required: [email protected] or 021 635607
Learn how to achieve ‘the best you can get’ from your garden by building healthy soil and growing plants to enhance nutrition levels. Soil fertility, crop rotation and edible selection for winter will be covered. Plus, various methods for protecting your seedlings and improving conditions for optimal growth. Brought to you by Triangle Park Community Garden.
HEALTHY HOMES ON A BUDGETSaturday 23 March, 12.30-2.00pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn $2 Bookings required: [email protected]
Find out how to save money on power and water, reduce dampness and mould, ventilate effectively, stop draught and heat efficiently. Receive a gift pack worth over $50 to help with all of the above, as well as info about other awesome free services that can help. Brought to you by EcoMatters and the Whau Local Board.
ZERO WASTE DEPOT OPEN DAYMondays, 10.00am-2.00pm Unit E, 489 Rosebank Road, Avondale Free Strictly no parking on site
What wonderful things happen at our EcoMatters Zero Waste Depot? Our Waste Team Leader, Sarah Jane Murray, will talk you through what we do on the site, you can even get your hands dirty and volunteer on our waste sorting station if you like! Must wear closed toe shoes. There is no parking on site, please take a bus, come by bike or park at a nearby public carpark. Brought to you by EcoMatters.
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SEASONAL PULSE AUTUMN Saturday 6 April, 10.30am-1.00pm Longbreath Farm, 37 Te Henga Road, Bethells $25pp, $30 family Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
A quarterly series for the serious gardener and Auckland (peri-urban) farmer with Brendan Hoare.
• Action this month; past, present and future cycles of the land; reading landscape
• Guidance and ‘to do’ lists for home gardens, nursery, farm and tree crop systems
• Work schedules and planning tools• Practical farm and seasonal gardening
techniques.
Brought to you by Buy Pure NZ Ltd and EcoMatters.
WHY IS FINDING A CARPOOLING MATCH SO HARD?Thursday 28 March, 10.30am-12.30pm Unitec Waitākere campus, Ratanui Street, Henderson Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Is commuting stressing you out? Have you ever wondered about carpooling? Join our team as we investigate how to make carpooling more pragmatic. The first phase of the project won an Auckland Transport Travelwise Choice Awards 2018 and for the second part, we invite you to join us in an interactive workshop and help design an app that makes it easy to give carpooling a go. Brought to you by Unitec Sustainable Design Unit.
For more information, visit www.greenstuf.co.nz
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HEALTHY SOIL, HEALTHY PLANTS Saturday 30 March EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn Koha Bookings required: ecowest.org.nz
10.30-11.15am English sessionGardens4Health will give you a brief introduction to a garden ecosystem that focuses on root zone soil health and nutrient supplies for plant growth. You will also learn tips about making and applying organic soil foods to enrich your garden beds and maintain plant health. Brought to you by Gardens4Health and EcoMatters.
11.45am-12.30pm Mandarin session“健康的土壤、健康的植物”有机园艺讲座专为讲中文的朋友提供。
“园圃促健康”将深入浅出地帮助你理解花园生态系统，重点讲解根区土壤的健康和植物生长所需的养分供给。透过讲座，你还可以学到一些制作和应用多种有机肥料的方法，以提高土壤的肥力、保持植物的健康。讲座使用普通话。
TE ATATŪ FLORAL AND GARDEN CIRCLETuesday 19 March, 7.30-9.30pm Te Atatū Bible Chapel, 68 Waipani Road, Te Atatū Peninsula Visitors $2
Come along and join us for an evening of fun, friendship and fabulous advice from fellow enthusiastic gardeners and floral artists. We aim to provide an experienced garden speaker or floral demonstrator each month. Share seasonal plant knowledge on our interest table. Brought to you by Te Atatū Floral and Garden Circle.
KAURI SCIENCE SERIESSunday 10 March and 14 April, 10.00-11.30am Arataki Visitor Centre, Scenic Drive, Oratia Free
Auckland Council invites you to the Kauri Science Series, a series of one hour talks focussing on the science around kauri dieback, and some of the work going on around New Zealand to find out more about the disease, its impact and tools to fight it. Talks begin at 10.30am, with morning tea offered from 10am.
COMPOSTING BASICS Saturday 30 March, 10.00am-12.00pm Massey Community Hub, 385 Don Buck Road, Massey Free
During this seminar you will learn about worm farming, bokashi fermentation and cold composting, and receive a $40 discount coupon for your attendance. A tour of compost systems in the garden will follow. Brought to you by Compost Collective.
ONE FAMILY, ONE YEAR, ONE BINSaturday 13 April, 2.00-3.30pm 25 Ambler Avenue, Glen Eden Free
Learn how the Archer family of six went from putting out two bags of landfill waste every week, to only putting out one bin of landfill waste for all of 2018. Enjoy a tour of their yard and be inspired to make some positive changes in your household. Brought to you by Practically Green.
CONSCIOUS LIVING Discover smarter ways to live the good life
RONGOĀ RĀKAU WORKSHOPSaturday 23 March, 10.00am-1.00pm Rānui Community Garden, 22 Marinich Drive, Rānui Free
Rongoā Māori is a way of living offering a body of wisdom designed to help people stay vibrant and healthy while realising their full human potential. Rongoā is not a destination, it is a journey of self-discovery and having an inter-connectedness with all creation. Brought to you by Rānui Community Garden.
OUTLOOK FOR SOMEDAY FILM SCREENINGSSaturday 16 March - Sunday 14 April West Auckland libraries Free theoutlookforsomeday.net
Watch inspirational films made by young New Zealanders who are passionate about looking after our environment. The West Auckland libraries will screen a selection of films which explore environmental topics such as permaculture, electric vehicles, conservation and re-thinking daily habits. Brought to you by Outlook for Someday.
COMPOSTING WORKSHOP RĀNUISaturday 13 April, 10.00am-12.00pm Rānui Community Centre, 474 Swanson Road, Rānui Free Bookings required: bit.ly/2MFDlad
This course offers an introduction to the three basic composting systems that can be used in your home and garden: traditional composting bins, worm farms and bokashi buckets. Come and discover what suits you best! Brought to you by Compost Collective.
TIME TO GET ANGRY Sunday 31 March, 10.00am-2.00pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn Free Bookings required: [email protected]
Calling all “young” (we’ll leave that up to you), environmentally woke Westies! Te Ara Whatu present their experiences as the only indigenous youth delegation at the recent COP24 UN Climate Change Conference in Poland. Brought to you by Whau Youth Board and Whau Low Carbon Network.
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WASTE FREE PARENTING WORKSHOPTuesday 9 April, 7.00-9.30pm Titirangi War Memorial Hall, 500 South Titirangi Road, Titirangi Single ticket $30, couples ticket $35 Bookings required: katemeads.co.nz
Attend Kate Mead’s longest-running and most popular workshop to become inspired and entertained about ways you can minimise waste in your home whilst babies are around! What else? You will receive a free pack full of waste minimisation products, including a couple of cloth nappies to have a go at! Brought to you by Kate Meads.
PRUNING WORKSHOP Saturday 30 March, 9.30-11.00am Rutherford College, 16 Kōtuku Street, Te Atatū Peninsula $29 Bookings required: rutherfordcomed.co.nz or 09 834 4103
Come along and receive hands-on, practical advice on how to prune everything from apples and pears to berries and currants. Learn how to increase your fruit production and control the shape of trees. Please bring a pair of secateurs and loppers if you have them. A pruning saw is also helpful. Brought to you by Rutherford College.
TITIRANGI EARTH FESTIVALSaturday 6 April, 9.30am-5.00pm Titirangi Rudolf Steiner School, 5 Helios Place, Titirangi For tickets: titirangi.steiner.school.nz
Titirangi Earth Festival is a family-friendly event to gain knowledge, meet like-minded people and have fun. The inaugural festival offers a symposium with national and international speakers providing inspiring talks and cutting edge eco-solutions, while children have their own eco-creative learning program. Delicious zero waste food, drink stalls and live music. Brought to you by Titirangi Rudolf Steiner School.
INTRO TO MODERN CLOTH NAPPIESSaturday 6 April, 10.00am-12.00pm Glen Eden Playcentre, 4 Levy Road, Glen Eden Adults $10, couples $15
This workshop will cover everything you need to know about using a wide variety of modern cloth nappies. There will be nappies available to purchase and the option to take home a pre-loved nappy to get you started. Brought to you by Practically Green.
Water when you want it
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Call 09 4275 281 or visit tanksalot.co.nz
Water storage is no longer out of reach. Custom made, the iconic corrugated steel of our tanks has a virtually unlimited lifetime. And after a long and useful life, our tanks can be completely recycled. They’re good for you and great for the environment. Order one of our 500 litre tanks and you’ll not only save water, you’ll also save money. Over $350 in fact. Buy this great garden tank at EcoWest festival for only $600, delivered.
500 litre tank (.8m dia x 1m). Was $960, now $600. Limited colours. Only available at EcoWest Festival. Pickup or delivery.
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CONSCIOUS LIVING Discover smarter ways to live the good life
Water when you want it
®
Call 09 4275 281 or visit tanksalot.co.nz
Water storage is no longer out of reach. Custom made, the iconic corrugated steel of our tanks has a virtually unlimited lifetime. And after a long and useful life, our tanks can be completely recycled. They’re good for you and great for the environment. Order one of our 500 litre tanks and you’ll not only save water, you’ll also save money. Over $350 in fact. Buy this great garden tank at EcoWest festival for only $600, delivered.
500 litre tank (.8m dia x 1m). Was $960, now $600. Limited colours. Only available at EcoWest Festival. Pickup or delivery.
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ON THE MOVE Join the clean transport revolution
ECOMATTERS BIKE HUB HENDERSONFridays-Sundays, 10.00am-4.00pm Falls Carpark, 14 Edmonton Road, Henderson Free
Visit the EcoMatters Bike Hub in Henderson for free access to tools and advice on basic bike maintenance. We have used bikes for sale and loan, and sell used and new bike parts and accessories. We also offer safe cycling advice and guidance as well as free cycling maps. Or join one of our free events below, brought to you by Auckland Transport.
TRY AN E-BIKESaturday 16 March, 1.00-4.00pm FreeEveryone is talking about the e-bike revolution. You know they are cheap to run and could get you to your destination faster than your car. And you think one day you will have a go… well here’s your opportunity!
KIDS LEARN TO RIDE Saturday 23 March, 12.00-2.00pm Free
Learning to ride a bike is one of those life milestones, for kids and parents alike. However, if you need some tips and tricks to get the kids rolling, pop on by the Henderson Bike Hub and there will be instructors to help.
ADULT BIKE SKILLSSaturday 6 April, 10.00am-12.30pm Free
Drop-in session at the Henderson Bike Hub for those learning to ride or wanting to build their confidence on a bike. A mechanic will also be there to answer any maintenance questions including how to remove a wheel, how to adjust brakes and how to best look after a bike.
ECOWEST FESTIVAL OPENING NIGHT: CYCLE-POWERED CINEMASaturday 16 March, 6.00-9.00pm, 1909 - 1949 Great North Road, Avondale, Free
Join us for the Opening Night of EcoWest Festival 2019! We bring bike-bling to the burbs with the twilight sounds of live music, food trucks, a licensed bar and our main-event: bike-powered screenings of locally made and thought-provoking short films. Try an e-bike and BYO mug for a free hot chocolate at this zero waste event. Brought to you by EcoMatters.
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BIKE HENDERSON BIKE RIDES
Join Bike Henderson on one of the free bicycle rides through West Auckland below. Each ride has a meeting point conveniently located close to a train station, bikes can be taken on the train for free. The rides will go at the pace of the slowest rider so no one will be left behind. Free ice blocks and drinks will be provided after the rides.
HART DOMAIN TO PARRS CROSS ROAD RIDESaturday 16 March, 10.00am-12.00pm Bull sculpture on shared path opposite Hart Domain, Vitasovich Avenue, Henderson
A slow, family-friendly ride along the Oratia Stream shared path. This is a return trip but you’re welcome to make your own way back.
HENDERSON CREEK CIRCUITSaturday 16 March, 12.30-4.00pm EcoMatters Bike Hub Henderson, Falls Carpark, 14 Edmonton Road, Henderson
A slow, family-friendly ride along the Henderson Creek shared path.
SWANSON TO HENDERSON RIDESunday 17 March, 2.00-4.30pm Swanson train station southern platform
We’ll ride along quiet roads and a few paths alongside the railway from Swanson to Henderson passing by each station. Relatively easy but not recommended for younger kids due to being on the road and having a steep downhill.
NEW LYNN TO SWANSON RIDESunday 17 March, 5.30-8.30pm New Lynn train station bike parking
We’ll explore a cycle route mostly along quiet roads and a few footpaths following the railway from New Lynn to Swanson. It’s recommended that you’re confident riding on the road, and this ride is quite hilly. You’re welcome to join or leave the ride at any station along the way. If you want to join at any station other than New Lynn, leave a message on our Facebook event.
CORBAN ESTATE TO HENDERSON VALLEY RIDEMonday 18 March, 6.00-8.30pm Outside Shed 1, Corban Estate Arts Centre, 2 Mount Lebanon Lane, Henderson
A slow, family-friendly ride along the Opanuku Stream shared path. This is a return trip but you’re welcome to make your own way back.
ECOMATTERS BIKE HUB NEW LYNNThursdays-Sundays, 10.00am-2.00pm EcoMatters, 1 Olympic Place, New Lynn Free
Visit the EcoMatters Bike Hub in New Lynn for free access to tools and advice on basic bike maintenance. We have used bikes for sale and loan, and sell used and new bike parts and accessories. We also offer safe cycling advice and guidance as well as free cycling maps.
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for more detail and to see all designs.SPECIAL OFFER: Enter code “EcoWest” to get 10% off on any product ordered online
(offer ends 14th of April 2019)
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BUY-CYCLE TE ATATŪ COMPETITION1-31 March Anywhere in Te Atatū, Peninsula and South Free For details: biketeatatu.org.nz
Shop by bicycle in Te Atatū in March, take a photo of your trip, upload the photo to social media using the hashtag #buycycleteatatu and be in to win prize money to spend at the shops. We’ll print your photo and include it in the exhibition. Brought to you by Bike Te Atatū.
ON THE MOVE Join the clean transport revolution
*Terms and conditions: Free 5 day pass is only available if you are aged 15 and over and reside in New Zealand. Redeemable at Les Mills New Lynn only. 5 visits to be used during the EcoWest Festival period (Saturday 16th March – Sunday 14th March). Not valid for ex-members who have
cancelled in the past 6 months or anyone who has had a trial in the last 6 months. One voucher per person. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or advertised discount. Les Mills reserves the right to refuse entry on the grounds of minimum age (15), health and safety.
Additional fees apply for personal training. Les Mills’ standard conditions apply.
FREE 5 DAY PASS*
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BUY-CYCLE TE ATATŪ EXHIBITION1-13 April Te Atatū Peninsula Library hallway, 595 Te Atatū Road, Te Atatū Peninsula Free For details: biketeatatu.org.nz
Who’s been getting around the Te Atatū shops by bike? Come and check out the submissions in the #buycycleteatatu photo competition. The Buy-Cycle Exhibition will be open during Te Atatū Peninsula Library hours. Brought to you by Bike Te Atatū.
*Terms and conditions: Free 5 day pass is only available if you are aged 15 and over and reside in New Zealand. Redeemable at Les Mills New Lynn only. 5 visits to be used during the EcoWest Festival period (Saturday 16th March – Sunday 14th March). Not valid for ex-members who have
cancelled in the past 6 months or anyone who has had a trial in the last 6 months. One voucher per person. It cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer or advertised discount. Les Mills reserves the right to refuse entry on the grounds of minimum age (15), health and safety.
Additional fees apply for personal training. Les Mills’ standard conditions apply.
FREE 5 DAY PASS*
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FOODIES’ FIXFill your plate with locally grown and crafted food
COOKING WITH THE SEASONSWednesday 20 March, 6.00-8.00pm Henderson Service Centre, 6 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson Free Bookings required: bit.ly/2S5ymEI
Learn how how to cook with seasonal fruits and vegetables. Cooking with fresh seasonal produce will help you live sustainability in the kitchen. This class will take you through cooking an entrée, main and dessert with recipes provided to make your own delicious meals at home. Brought to you by The Kitchen Project.
GREEN BAY STREET FOODFriday 12 April, 5.00-8.30pm Green Bay Community House, 1 Barron Drive, Green Bay
Join us for dinner and enjoy a relaxing evening with your family, friends and neighbours. This cosy event brings quality street food to Green Bay, attracting some of the best street food vendors from near and far while raising awareness about waste minimisation with its zero waste ethos. Brought to you by Green Bay Street Food.
DIET FICTION OUTDOOR SCREENINGSaturday 23 March, 8.00-11.00pm 110 Woodhill Park Road, Waimauku $20 adult, $5 child
Diet Fiction is a ground-breaking feature length documentary from the award-winning filmmaker and producer of the popular documentary “Food Choices”. Screening on large outdoor screen in beautiful surroundings. Delicious healthy food available to purchase and the chance to meet the director Michal Siewierski. Brought to you by Tanglewood Retreat.
EVERYBODY EATS AT TE WHAU EATERYTuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 6.30pm 1790 Great North Road, Avondale Pay-as-you-feel
Everybody Eats is a charitable dining concept. We take food that would otherwise go to waste and turn it into restaurant-quality meals. Our customers can pay whatever they like, even if it’s nothing, for nutritious and freshly prepared food. Everybody Eats is not a soup kitchen, we provide our diners with a three-course meal served at shared tables. Brought to you by Everybody Eats.
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FOOD WORKSHOPS Rutherford College, 16 Kōtuku Street, Te Atatū Peninsula Bookings required: rutherfordcomed.co.nz or 09 834 4103
Have a go at making your own gourmet treats at these workshops brought to you by Rutherford College Community Education.
CHEESEMAKINGSaturday 23 March, 10.00am-4.00pm $129
Learn how to make a variety of fresh cheeses such as feta, halloumi, mozzarella, ricotta and mascarpone. All food costs are included in the fee and a light lunch is provided.
KOREAN KIMCHISunday 24 March, 9.30am-12.30pm $35+
If you like spicy, intensely flavoured food, then homemade kimchi is for you and there’s no better way to learn this well-guarded secret recipe than from an expert! Ingredients are between $15 and $20 on the day, depending on seasonal vegetable prices.
PRESERVES AND PICKLINGMonday 25 March, 6.00-8.30pm $49
Learn how easy it is to produce your own fresh and tasty flavoured oils, make chilli jam and create tasty garden pickles, relishes and more. A great way to keep the taste and goodness of the season for you to enjoy later and eat healthily.
K A U R I K A R N I V A L
Sunday 31 March 11am - 3pm
FREE
Find out more: phone 09 301 0101 waitakereranges
Parrs Park meadow behind The Waterhole, Glen EdenA fun family day to celebrate our kauri trees and environment!• Live music and performances• Children’s entertainment and
activities
• Environmental workshops• Food stallsA smoke-free and zero-waste event.
SATURDAY 16 MARCH
10.00am Hart Domain to Parrs Cross Road Ride p21
10.00am Harakeke - From Harvest to Basket p8
10.30am DIY Beeswax Wraps p8
11.00am Butterflies! p4
12.30pm Henderson Creek Circuit p21
1.00pm Try an E-bike p20
6.00pm Cycle-Powered Cinema p20
SUNDAY 17 MARCH
10.00am Matuku Link Introduction p7
11.00am Artist Talks p12
2.00pm Swanson to Henderson Ride p21
5.30pm New Lynn to Swanson Ride p21
MONDAY 18 MARCH
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
10.00am Zero Waste Depot Open Day p14
6.00pm Corban Estate to Henderson Valley Ride p21
TUESDAY 19 MARCH
4.00pm Conscious Layers Upcycling Party p8
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
7.30pm Te Atatū Floral and Garden Circle p16
WEDNESDAY 20 MARCH
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
3.00pm Bag-making p10
6.00pm Cooking With the Seasons p24
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
THURSDAY 21 MARCH
4.00pm Forest Therapy Walk p6
4.00pm Play Dough p10
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
FRIDAY 22 MARCH
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
4.00pm Blooming Crafty! p10
7.00pm Opanuku Stream Bat Walk and Talk p7
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EVENTS CALENDAR 23-29 MARCH EcoWest Festival 2019
SATURDAY 23 MARCH
10.00am Decoupage Your Own Garden Pot p9
10.00am Winter Gardening p14
10.00am Rongoā Rākau Workshop p17
10.00am Cheesemaking p25
10.30am Silent Disco Citywalk p5
11.00am Recycle! Bag-making p11
12.00pm Kids Learn to Ride p20
12.30pm Healthy Homes on a Budget p14
8.00pm Diet Fiction Outdoor Screening p24
SUNDAY 24 MARCH
9.30am Korean Kimchi p25
10.00am Climate Recycling Privilege p13
10.00am Lizards and Insects in West Auckland p5
1.00pm Te Tiriti in Conservation in Tāmaki Makarau p7
MONDAY 25 MARCH
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
10.00am Zero Waste Depot Open Day p14
6.00pm Preserves and Pickling p25
TUESDAY 26 MARCH
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
WEDNESDAY 27 MARCH
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
4.30pm Kids DIY Bug Hotel p11
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
THURSDAY 28 MARCH
10.00am Forest Therapy Walk p6
10.30am Why is Finding a Carpooling Match so Hard? p15
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
FRIDAY 29 MARCH
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
10.00am The Turtle and the Plastic Bag p13
6.30pm Glen Eden Bat Walk p5
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EVENTS CALENDAR 30 MARCH - 5 APRIL EcoWest Festival 2019
SATURDAY 30 MARCH
9.00am VIP Kayak Day p7
9.30am Soap Making p9
9.30am Pruning p18
10.00am Composting Basics p16
10.30pm Healthy Soil, Healthy Plants English Session p16
12.30pm Healthy Soil, Healthy Plants Mandarin Session p16
SUNDAY 31 MARCH
9.00am Forest Therapy Walk p6
10.00am Time to Get Angry p17
11.00am Solid Shampoo and Conditioner Bars p9
2.00pm Shower Power! p10
MONDAY 1 APRIL
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
10.00am Zero Waste Depot Open Day p14
TUESDAY 2 APRIL
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
7.00pm Sewing - Clothing Alterations p9
WEDNESDAY 3 APRIL
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
6.30pm DIY Natural Skincare p11
THURSDAY 4 APRIL
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
FRIDAY 5 APRIL
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
Locally roasted FairtradeOrganic coffee, in home compostable packaging.
Proudly fueling the EcoMatters Bike Hub — New Lynn www.kokako.co.nz
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EVENTS CALENDAR 6 - 14 APRIL EcoWest Festival 2019
SATURDAY 6 APRIL
9.30am Titirangi Earth Festival p18
10.00am Intro to Modern Cloth Nappies p18
10.00am Spoken Word 4 Planet Earth p13
10.00am Adult Bike Skills p20
10.00am Thread Our Fresh Wounds p12
10.30am Seasonal Pulse Autumn p15
SUNDAY 7 APRIL
1.00pm Stream and Bush Care in Laingholm p5
2.00pm Bags, Bags, Bags! p9
MONDAY 8 APRIL
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
10.00am Zero Waste Depot Open Day p14
TUESDAY 9 APRIL
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
7.00pm Waste Free Parenting Workshop p18
WEDNESDAY 10 APRIL
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
11.00am Biodegradable Potting p8
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
THURSDAY 11 APRIL
6.30pm Everybody Eats p24
FRIDAY 12 APRIL
10.00am Native Nursery Potting Workshop p4
9.00am Love Your Streams Day p4
5.00pm Green Bay Street Food p24
SATURDAY 13 APRIL
10.00am Thread Our Fresh Wounds p12
10.00am Composting Workshop Rānui p17
10.00am Te Atatū Peninsula Handmade Market p11
10.00am Tour of Earthsong p14
10.30am Geckos, Skinks, Lizards p4
2.00pm One Family, One Year, One Bin p16
5.00pm Lungsong p12
6.00pm A Night in the Bufferzone p7
SUNDAY 14 APRIL
10.00am Glen Eden Urban Nature Walk p5
10.00am Kauri Science Series p16
1.00pm Waikumete Stream Clean Up p5
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NEW SALONS ADDED EVERY WEEK! Go to www.sustainablesalons.org/storelocator for more!
ECO DIRECTORY
Little & Brave Eco Nappies, NZ’s first fully compostable disposable nappy and dedicated commercial composting service.
Together, we can change the world.
LITTLE & BRAVE
www.littleandbrave.co.nz
Munch is an eco-friendly social enterprise that produces high quality, waste-free essentials for the family. Organic beeswax foodwraps, lunchboxes and much more. Munch is by parents for parents.
MUNCH CUPBOARD
www.munchcupboard.com
Squawk Squad is NZ’s most innovative social enterprise (Idealog, 2018). Buy a sensor-connected trap today to help protect and enhance our endangered native birds – all while measuring your impact!
SQUAWK SQUAD
www.squawksquad.co.nz
West Auckland upcycling specialist working with recycled cloth, wood and other household items. Contact Buffie for affordable permaculture garden and interior design or custom crafts.
FUNK UP MY JUNK
www.funkupmyjunk.com
Black Sands Brewing Company
Brewing unfiltered and unpasteurised handcrafted beers in West Auckland since 2013.
www.blacksandsbrewing.co.nz
BLACK SANDS
Free composting courses in your neighbourhood. It’s simpler than you think. Attend a workshop and receive a $40 voucher so you can start composting at home.
COMPOST COLLECTIVE
www.compostcollective.org.nz
NEW SALONS ADDED EVERY WEEK! Go to www.sustainablesalons.org/storelocator for more!
Saturday 16 March 20196pm - 9pm
EcoWest Festival Opening Night
1909 - 1949 Great North Road / Avondale Shops
Food Trucks / Live MusicShort Films / Zero Waste Event
BYO cup for free hot chocolate
FreeEvent
Cycle-Powered Cinema
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