Environment
by Michela Enna
From workshop to waste free – Irene’s story
Irene struggled to keep fruit and vegetables fresh for long before she attended a Love Food Hate Waste workshop at her workplace. Read More
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How To Weave A Putiputi (Flower) using Harakeke (flax)
A great zero-waste, nature-based craft activity, putiputi can be woven as koha, gifts or decorations for your home or classroom. Read More
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Avondale residents build community while restoring Te Auaunga – Oakley Creek
Nestled in Avondale is a hidden oasis where Te Auaunga – Oakley Creek crests around and brushes up against ordinary backyards. On its riverbanks, weedy areas have been replanted with… Read More
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Fun, free, eco-friendly events for the school holidays
If you are looking for fun, free, eco-friendly activities for the kids these school holidays, check out EcoFest events running across Tāmaki Makaurau. From bike fun days to craft workshops,… Read More
by ecomatters
TITIRANGI ENVIRONMENT CHAMPION KEEN TO SEE MORE NEIGHBOURS ON BOARD
A community environment champion is encouraging other locals to care for their neighbourhood reserves and parks, saying it’s a great way to learn more about our native plants. Read More
by ecomatters
Inspiring care for our local awa
Long-standing EcoMatters team member Pamela Gill, our Principal: Restoration, Community and Iwi Relationships, shares her thoughts on being part of Te Hau o Te Whau, a joint project enabling our… Read More
by Michela Enna
Six questions with Carla Gee, EcoMatters’ new CEO
After five years at the organisation, Carla Gee (Ngāti Kahungunu), our former Head of Operations, has stepped into the job of leading the EcoMatters team of more than 35 people. Read More
by Michela Enna
Lunch from the Garden – Pesto Kale Salad Recipe
Megan Cole has been on a journey to reduce her household’s waste for the last few years. When she came across a “Grow your own greens” workshop by Love Food… Read More
by Michela Enna
The journey of a food waste champion
Food waste is a massive problem in New Zealand. Households alone send 157,398 tonnes of food waste to our landfills each year, enough to feed the population of Dunedin for… Read More
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Seven events to kick start your sustainable lifestyle journey
Want to live a more sustainable lifestyle but not sure where to start? EcoFest West offers a great opportunity to learn practical ideas to make sustainable living easy. The first step on… Read More