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SUMMARY:Backyard Beekeeping - Free to attend
DESCRIPTION:Want to know more about the most amazing polinators on the planet?\nJoin Chris Mitchell and Silvana Nieto\, from Lakeside Bees\, to learn more about beekeeping and the importance of bees in our environment. \nSilvana and Chris are passinate beekeepers with 12 years of bee addiction and are actively involved in running the Bay of Plenty Beekeeper Group (Club). Drawing on their extensive hands-on experience\, they will share their knowledge of bees and beekeeping\, offer practical insights into getting started\, and provide guidance on the best pathways for becoming a successful beekeeper. \nIf you’re interested in beekeeping but not sure where to start\, or simply curious about these incredibly complex and vital creatures\, then this talk is for you. \nA Q&A section will follow the main presentation and there will also be the opportunty to sample some delicious honey from Kakahi Bees. \nBook your spot today!
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/backyard-beekeeping-free-to-attend/
LOCATION:Te Ao Marama Tauranga Library\, 21 Devonport Road\, Tauranga\, Bay of Plenty\, 3110
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260914
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260428T042828Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a week long festival of events to celebrate local Climate Action\n14-20 September 2026\n\nCelebrate\, connect\, and take action for our climate!\nJoin us for a week of celebration\, inspiration\, and collaboration. The festival is dedicated to recognising those already taking climate action\, while encouraging others to get involved through a wide range of events\, workshops\, and activities across the Bay of Plenty. \nDetails of events to be confirmed soon!
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Envirohub BOP\, 31B Glasgow Street\, Tauranga\, 3110
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Envirohub":MAILTO:admin@envirohub.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260914T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260914T133000
DTSTAMP:20260831T212419Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Making the Switch Rewiring Aotearoa
DESCRIPTION:Making the Switch\nWondering about getting solar? Thinking about an electric vehicle? \nAbout the event\nHome Electrification\, Solar\, EV and more\, practical experiences and discussion\, join Michael as he talks about his experiences with solar installation\, home electrification\, EV usage etc. A member of Rewiring Aotearoa\, Michael strives to help others see the benefits of electrification\, a great place to learn about first steps\, or continue your electrification journey. \nEvent details\nDate: Monday 14th September\nTime: 12:30\nLocation: Babbage Space\, downstairs at Basestation. 148 Durham st\, Tauranga.\nCost: Free\, please register. \nWhat to bring\nBring your lunch! \nOrganised by Rewiring Tauranga. \nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026\, taking place across the Bay of Plenty from 14-20 September.
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-making-the-switch-rewiring-aotearoa/
LOCATION:Base Station\, 148 Durham Street\, Tauranga\, 3110
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ORGANIZER;CN="Rewiring Aotearoa":MAILTO:hello@rewiring.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260915T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260915T190000
DTSTAMP:20260831T213341Z
CREATED:20260831T212959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T213341Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - River Lessons from Europe
DESCRIPTION:River Lessons from Europe\nWhat can Aotearoa learn from the rivers of Europe? Join Anna Wentsch and Callum Armstrong to hear about their 2\,850+ km cycling journey along the Danube River and the conservation lessons they’re bringing home. \nAbout the event\nCycling from Germany to Romania\, Anna and her partner have been meeting conservationists\, visiting restoration projects and experiencing first-hand how communities are responding to degraded rivers and a changing climate. \nThey’ll share stories and lessons from the journey\, including what they’ve seen in places where rivers have been dammed\, straightened and disconnected from their floodplains\, and the huge effort now going into restoring what was lost. \nCome along to hear what they’ve learned and explore what these experiences might teach us about protecting our own rivers here in the Bay of Plenty. \nEvent details\nDate: Tuesday\, 15 September\nTime: 5.30pm-7pm\nLocation: Envirohub Bay of Plenty\, 31B Glasgow Street\, Tauranga\nCost: Free \nRegistration is essential \nOrganised by Envirohub Bay of Plenty & Conservation Amplified \nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026\, taking place across the Bay of Plenty from 14-20 September. Find more events and ways to take action at Envirohub.org.nz(opens in new tab)
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-river-lessons-from-europe/
LOCATION:Envirohub BOP\, 31B Glasgow Street\, Tauranga\, 3110
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Envirohub":MAILTO:admin@envirohub.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260915T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260915T203000
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Seeds 101 Discover the secrets of successful seed growing
DESCRIPTION:Seeds 101: Discover the secrets of successful seed growing\nGrow with confidence. Join us for a hands-on workshop and discover the secrets of successful seed growing. \nAbout the event\nLearn: \n\nThe story of seeds\nSow seeds\nRaise healthy seedlings\nSave seeds\n\nBring your extra seeds to swap! \nEvent details\nDate: Tuesday 15th September\nTime: 7pm – 8:30pm\nLocation: Patuki Manawa (Digital Hub)\, Main Road Katikati\nCost: $10 for Grow On members – $15 Casual \n\nOrganised by Grow on Katikati\, sponsored by Western Bay District Council and supported by Gammans and Kings Seeds \nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026\, taking place across the Bay of Plenty from 14-20 September. Find more events and ways to take action at Envirohub.org.nz(opens in new tab)
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-seeds-101-discover-the-secrets-of-successful-seed-growing/
LOCATION:Patuki Manawa Digital Hub\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260916T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260916T103000
DTSTAMP:20260831T214553Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Uretara Landing Planting
DESCRIPTION:Uretara Landing Planting\nJoin Renaturing Katikati for a community planting session as we complete the final stage of restoring this section of the Uretara Riverbank. \nAbout the event\nHelp plant around 300 native grasses to finish the restoration work that began last year. It’s a great opportunity to get outdoors\, lend a hand and help care for our local environment. \nAfter the planting\, stick around for morning tea and a chance to chat with other volunteers. \nEvent details\nDate: Wednesday\, September 16th\nTime: 9am-10.30am\nLocation: Uretara Landing Reserve\, Katikati\nCost: Free \nParking is available on Noble Johnson Drive. \nWhat to bring\n\nSturdy footwear\nClothes suitable for outdoor work\nWater bottle\nSun protection and clothing suitable for changeable weather\n\nMorning tea will be provided after the planting. \nOrganised by Renaturing Katikati. \nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026\, taking place across the Bay of Plenty from 14-20 September. Find more events and ways to take action at Envirohub.org.nz(opens in new tab)
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-uretara-landing-planting/
LOCATION:Uretara Landing Reserve\, Noble Johnson Drive\, Katikati
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260917T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260831T223115Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Climate Canvas Art Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Come and see us at the Cargo Shed in Tauranga for Climate Canvas\, a free visual art exhibition showcasing this year’s outstanding finalists. Each piece reimagines our changing environment through creativity\, hope\, and innovation – offering a moving\, and thought-provoking look at how our community sees the world around us\, and the future we’re shaping together.\nThis year’s theme\, Precious Resources\, invites artists to explore what we stand to lose and what’s worth protecting as our environment changes. Expect beautiful\, and at times\, deeply personal works that celebrate the resources we too often take for granted: water\, soil\, forests\, community\, and connection.\nEntry is completely free\, so bring the whānau\, bring your friends\, and come be inspired. We’d also love to welcome school and community groups. Get in touch if you’d like to bring a group along.\nWhen: Thursday 17th to Sunday 20th SeptemberHours: 9am–1pm daily\nDon’t forget to cast your vote at the exhibition for the People’s Choice Award. Voting is open any time during opening hours\, so come along and have your say on your favourite piece! The winning artist will win $300 thanks to Creative Bay of Plenty.\nWhile you’re there\, have a go on the Community Loom Project\, our special collaborative art experience. Weave a thread\, add a row\, and become part of a living tapestry shaped by everyone who visits – a piece that grows a little more with each pair of hands. Read more about the Community Loom Project here: https://envirohub.org.nz/programmes/sustainable-textiles(opens in new tab)
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-climate-canvas-art-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Cargo Shed\, 5 Dive Crescent\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Envirohub":MAILTO:admin@envirohub.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260917T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260917T200000
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Election Special. Six parties\, one important conversation
DESCRIPTION:Six parties\, one important conversation\nAddressing climate change\, biodiversity loss and biosecurity threats has never been more urgent for Aotearoa. Ahead of this year’s general election\, join us for a free community event where representatives from six political parties share their views on the environment. \nThis is not a debate. One representative from each of the six confirmed parties will respond\, in their own words\, to the same three set questions covering environmental policy\, long-term funding\, and how parties plan to work together beyond election cycles. \nThe remaining time will address themes raised through the questions you submit at registration\, so the kaupapa reflects what matters most to our community\, not just the parties on stage. \nWhoever you’re planning to vote for\, this is a genuine opportunity to listen\, gain insight\, and inform your voting decision. \n  \nEvent details \nWhen: Thursday 17 September 2026. Doors open 5.00pm\, nibbles on arrival\, formalities begin 5.30pm. \nWhere: The Cargo Shed\, Tauranga. \nCost: Free\, registration essential. \nProudly co-hosted by Envirohub BOP\, Tiwaiwaka\, Bay Conservation Alliance\, Manaaki Kaimai Mamaku Trust\, Tauranga Moana Biosecurity Capital (TMBC) and Sustainability Options. \n  \nRegister now to secure your place.
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-election-special-six-parties-one-important-conversation/
LOCATION:The Cargo Shed\, 5 Dive Crescent\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Envirohub":MAILTO:admin@envirohub.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260831T215336Z
CREATED:20260831T215305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T215336Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Coastal Ecology E-Ride
DESCRIPTION:Coastal Ecology E-Ride\nExperience the Bay by e-bike. Join this exclusive event and meet other young people aged 18-35 for a fun and informative ride from Pāpāmoa to Kaituna Spit. \nAbout the event\nExplore the treasured landscapes around us\, from sand dunes and wetlands to estuaries and residential areas\, and learn why biodiversity matters in each of these environments. Along the way\, local experts will share their knowledge and answer your questions. \nThis is a three hour ride\, snacks along the way will be provided. Cycling experience is required\, but the trail is not difficult. E-bikes provided\, there’s only 7 places available so get in quick. \nEvent details\nDate: Saturday 19th September\nTime: 10am-2pm\nLocation: Pāpāmoa\nCost: $35 \nWhat to bring\n\nAppropriate clothing for cycling and changeable weather\nWater bottle\n\nAdditional information\nThis event is designed for young people aged 18-35. Cycling experience is required. \nOrganised by Envirohub and Space for Nature. Speakers from Thrive Spaces & Places and Maketū Wetlands. Supported by Electrify NZ. \nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026\, taking place across the Bay of Plenty from 14-20 September. Find more events and ways to take action at Envirohub.org.nz(opens in new tab)
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-coastal-ecology-e-ride/
LOCATION:Electrify NZ\, 5/34 Gravatt Road\, Papamoa Beach\, 3118
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Envirohub":MAILTO:admin@envirohub.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T180000
DTSTAMP:20260831T215851Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - $1 Clothing Sale
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, 19th SeptemberTime: 4:00pm – 6:00pmLocation: The Cargo Shed\, 5 Dive Crescent\, Tauranga\, 3110Bring gold coins! (no EFTPOS)\nAs part of the Climate Action Festival\, our exciting $1 Second-Hand Clothing Sale is back! Discover a vast selection of second-hand clothing\, originally destined for landfill\, now available for just $1 per item. This is a fantastic opportunity to refresh your wardrobe sustainably while supporting a worthy cause.\nAll clothing has been generously supplied by Turning Point Trust. These clothes are excess stock from local op shops\, highlighting the volume of clothing we consume as a society\, which is a massive issue! By participating\, you’ll be helping to reduce waste\, promote sustainable fashion\, and contribute to a healthier planet.Every dollar raised from this sale will go directly to Turning Point Trust\, supporting their vital mental health and addiction recovery services. Your purchase will make a difference to the lives of those in need\, providing essential support and resources.\nDon’t miss this chance to find great deals\, make a positive environmental impact\, and support mental health and addiction recovery services.\nBring your friends and whanau\, a bag for all your finds\, and cash!
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-1-clothing-sale/
LOCATION:The Cargo Shed. 5 Dive Crescent\, Tauranga
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260831T222612Z
CREATED:20260831T222612Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Learn to Compost in Te Puke
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Compost\nLearn how to turn your food scraps into compost. \nAbout the event\nComposter Jason Wilkinson and LJ from Te Puke Landscape Supplies will teach us all about composting\, and we will create a compost together! \nThere will be a draw on the day for a compost bin donated by LJ from Te Puke Landscaping Supplies. \nEvent details\nDate: Sunday\, 20th September\nTime: 10am -12pm\nLocation: Giggles Early Learning Centre\, Commerce Lane\, Te Puke\nCost: Free\, but please register. \nWhat to bring\nPlease wear clothes that you don’t mind getting mucky in\, closed toe shoes\, bring gardening gloves if you have them and \nPlease bring any of the items below: \n\nCardboard\nCoffee grounds\nFood scraps\nSeaweed\nGreen waste\nHay/straw\nAnimal manure (chicken\, cow\, horse or sheep)\nSticks\n\nOrganised by COLAB\, Te Puke Maketū Kai Resilience Group\, Te Puke Landscape Supplies\, Mana Kai Mana Ora & Giggles Early Learning Centre. Sponsored by Western Bay District Council \nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026\, taking place across the Bay of Plenty from 14-20 September. Find more events and ways to take action at Envirohub.org.nz(opens in new tab)
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-learn-to-compost-in-te-puke/
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T123000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260831T222245Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - A walk with the wading Birds
DESCRIPTION:A Walk with the Wading Birds\nJoin us at Cooney Reserve for a talk and walk to one of the largest wading bird roosts in Tauranga Harbour. Learn about the birds that rely on this special habitat and how climate change is affecting the places they call home. \nAbout the event\nWe’ll visit the roost and learn about the hundreds of godwits\, oystercatchers\, terns\, pied stilts and other birds that depend on this important coastal habitat. We’ll also explore how rising sea levels and climate change are affecting our native forests\, and what these changes could mean for our communities and local economy. \nAfter the walk\, we’ll come back together at the reserve to talk about what we can do to help protect these places and the wildlife that depends on them. \nEvent details\nDate: Sunday\, 20 September\nTime: 12pm picnic; talk and walk from 12.30pm\nLocation: Cooney Reserve\, Margaret Drive\, Omokoroa\nCost: Free \nWhat to bring\n\nYour own picnic to enjoy from 12pm\nComfortable walking shoes\nWater\nSun protection and clothing suitable for changeable weather\n\nOrganised by Forest & Bird. \nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026\, taking place across the Bay of Plenty from 14-20 September. Find more events and ways to take action at Envirohub.org.nz(opens in new tab)
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-a-walk-with-the-wading-birds/
LOCATION:Cooney Reserve\, Margaret Drive\, Ōmokoroa\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260831T223317Z
CREATED:20260831T223317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T223317Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Action Festival - Climate Canvas Awards
DESCRIPTION:Climate Canvas: Awards\nCelebrate the finalists of Climate Canvas\, a visual art exhibition exploring our changing environment through creativity\, hope and innovation. \nAbout the event\nJoin us for the awards celebration as we announce the judges’ winners and the people’s choice awards\, that were voted on throughout the week at the exhibition. Tonight we celebrate the artists and their visions for a sustainable future. \nPrizes will be awarded for first\, second and third place\, along with the People’s Choice award\, all generously provided by Creative Bay of Plenty. \nGuests are also invited to take part in the Community Loom Project\, a special collaborative art experience: weave a thread\, add a row\, and become part of a living tapestry shaped by everyone who visits. \nEnjoy light nibbles and bubbles as we celebrate the power of art to inspire change. \nEvent details\nDate: Sunday\, 20 September\nTime: 3pm-4pm\nLocation: The Cargo Shed\, Tauranga\nCost: Free \nAdditional information\nIf you would like to vote for your favourite entry for the People’s Choice award\, be sure to visit the exhibition before this event\, as voting closes at 1pm on Sunday\, 20 September. \nThe exhibition is open for viewing\, voting and weaving between 9am – 1pm\, Thursday 17th – Sunday 20th September. \nFor enquiries\, contact teara@envirohub.org.nz(opens in new tab). \nOrganised by Envirohub Bay of Plenty & Creative Bay of Plenty
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/climate-action-festival-climate-canvas-awards/
LOCATION:The Cargo Shed\, 5 Dive Crescent\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival
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ORGANIZER;CN="Envirohub & Creative BOP":MAILTO:teara@envirohub.org.nz
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T210000
DTSTAMP:20260902T231141Z
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SUMMARY:Enviro Quiz Rotorua
DESCRIPTION:Get your sustainable glad rags on\, engage brain\, put on your fun hat\, get a team together and join our Enviro Quiz Night at Good Eastern Taphouse\, 279 Te Ngae Road\, Lynmore\, Rotorua!\nClick REGISTER and purchase tickets for your team (min 6\, max 8 people per team).\nYou’ll need to pre-order meals if you want them due to the volume of people in the space – we’ll send out a menu a week before the event.\nCome and be social! Get settled into your team table from 6pm onwards.\nThe quiz will start at 7pm SHARP so please be seated with any drinks you desire well in advance!\nATTIRE: “Most Sustainably Dressed” – Come dressed in your best to please Papatūānuku!\nAny questions\, send me an email – rotorua@envirohub.org.nz or call me on 0274872901
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/enviro-quiz-rotorua/
LOCATION:Good Eastern Tap House\, 279 Te Ngae Road\, Rotorua
CATEGORIES:Predator Free BOP,Sustainable Backyards Bitesize
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ORGANIZER;CN="Envirohub":MAILTO:admin@envirohub.org.nz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20260428T043236Z
CREATED:20260428T043236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T043236Z
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SUMMARY:Young at Heart Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Young at Heart Festival\, 1- 8 October\, is a week of community-led events that celebrates our older community – parents\, grandparents\, friends and neighbours – who do so much for the city. \nThe festival wraps around the official International Day of Older Persons on  1 October 2026. \nFrom fitness classes to workshops\, the festival includes great events to get involved with\, social events to make new friends and opportunities to share skills with the next generation. \nMany of the activities offer a free taster just for the festival and are regularly running throughout the year. You never know\, you might discover a new activity you absolutely love. \nThe Young at Heart Festival programme will soon be available to download here\, or to pick up from any of our Te Ao Mārama City Libraries
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/young-at-heart-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Envirohub BOP\, 31B Glasgow Street\, Tauranga\, 3110
CATEGORIES:Young at Heart
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261017T130000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261017T143000
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SUMMARY:Free home composting workshops in Rotorua
DESCRIPTION:Keen to start a compost? Compost already and want to improve?Register to attend one of our family friendly workshops exploring different types of home composting – basic compost\, bokashi and worm farming.\nWhy compost?Did you know more than 50% of what we throw away in kerbside rubbish is organic waste from our food and gardens!? Organic waste in landfill creates methane gas and leachate\, which are problematic to our environment.\nComposting reduces landfill emissions and gives nutrients back to the land\, increases food security\, reduces ‘food miles’\, waste emissions and reliance on commercial composts and fertilisers.\nRegister here https://forms.gle/DEqjnxVFMZjJ3yUA6\nWorkshop details:\nSaturday 11 April 2026 1:00pm – 2:30pmLocation: Community Room\, Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri\nSaturday 25 July 2026 1:00pm – 2:30pmLocation: Community Room\, Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri\nSaturday 17 October 2026 1:00pm – 2:30pmLocation: Community Room\, Rotorua Library Te Aka Mauri
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/free-home-composting-workshops-3/
LOCATION:Rotorua Library
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T001509Z
CREATED:20260323T023216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T001509Z
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SUMMARY:Mount Maunganui / "Waste-Ed" with Kate
DESCRIPTION:Landfills are designed to last 1\,000 years! In this chaotic time of consumerism and climate change\, we are facing some big challenges that we need to start facing head on! You can do nothing\, and nothing will change\, or you can be an imperative cog in the machine that works towards a healthier planet. If you want a place to start your waste minimisation journey or even want to reinforce what you already know\, then this 2-hour seminar is for you!\nWhy join us? You will:\nLEARN about what happens to our waste once it leaves the curbside.ACQUIRE tips/tricks and life hacks that will help you deal with/manage your waste better.BE CHALLENGED to reduce your waste.\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity full of witty humor\, reality checks\, and encouragement that may also challenge your thinking around trash! Secure your spot in this 2-hour seminar today by buying a ticket.
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/mount-maunganui-wast-ed-with-kate-2/
LOCATION:Mercury Baypark\, 81 Truman Lane\, Tauranga\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261029T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261029T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T000907Z
CREATED:20260323T023649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T000907Z
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SUMMARY:Waihi Beach / Food Lovers Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Are you finding that you’re constantly throwing away un eaten food? It’s time to level up with our Food Lovers Masterclass! You’ll learn how to store food like a boss\, decode those pesky best before dates\, use up leftovers\, and save enough to buy a yacht (okay\, maybe just a canoe).\nThis is a fun but informative session and you will leave inspired with a cool goodie bag full of samples to get you started.\nTicket price – $10\, get a goodie bag worth $40
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/waihi-beach-food-lovers-masterclass/
LOCATION:Waihi Beach Community Centre\, 106 Beach Road\, Waihi Beach\, 3611\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261123
DTSTAMP:20260513T105247Z
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SUMMARY:Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Bay of Plenty Garden and Art Festival 2026 where we celebrate the beauty and diversity of our region’s gardens and the creativity of talented artists. \nGet ready to explore the wonderful Bay of Plenty and visit around 70 beautiful gardens and art stops and meet more than 70 magnificent artists. \nThe 2026 festival runs from Thursday 19th – Sunday 22nd November 2026. \nYou will also experience fascinating landscape gardens\, exhibitors\, live music\, tasty food & beverages and the amazing Festival Gallery at our festival hub “Bloom in the Bay” located along the waterfront in Tauranga City Centre.
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/bay-of-plenty-garden-and-art-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261202T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261202T200000
DTSTAMP:20260326T000957Z
CREATED:20260323T024141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T000957Z
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SUMMARY:Te Puke / Food Lovers Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Are you finding that you’re constantly throwing away un eaten food? It’s time to level up with our Food Lovers Masterclass! You’ll learn how to store food like a boss\, decode those pesky best before dates\, use up leftovers\, and save enough to buy a yacht (okay\, maybe just a canoe).\nThis is a fun but informative session and you will leave inspired with a cool goodie bag full of samples to get you started.\nTicket price – $10\, get a goodie bag worth $40
URL:https://envirohub.org.nz/event/te-puke-food-lovers-masterclass/
LOCATION:Te Puke War Memorial Hall\, 130 Jellicoe Street\, Te Puke\, New Zealand
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