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Attending a workshop with Donna Kerridge (Waikato Tainui) is much more than an introduction to the medicinal values of our native bush. Rather it is an insight into a whole… Read More

Hi, my name is Kristy Lorson and I’m the founder of EarthSavvy. Most of us have heard about the global plastic crisis. 8 million tonnes of plastic ends up in… Read More

Now that the cold weather is well and truly here, we hope you’re all keeping warm inside! Many of us Kiwis suffer from living in cold, damp houses. Not only… Read More

EcoMatters’ community bike hub has been up and running for a couple of months since our big launch on EcoDay on 9 April. Whau Local Board Chair, Tracy Mulholland, EcoMatters… Read More

For those keen on picking up new habits or creating change, here are fourteen special tasters of the life well-lived this festival season. 1. Waste Matters! Sharing Responsibility Back in the… Read More

If you’re into e-bikes, ethical fashion and having a good time with like-minded people, EcoWest Festival 2017 has a great line-up for you. Here’s our shortlist to sweeten city life. 1. Down & Dirty // Rooftop… Read More

If you’re looking for great ways to keep the littlies entertained, EcoWest Festival 2017 has you spoilt for choice. Here’re some of our top festival picks for the young and… Read More

If you’re looking for an excuse to get outside, we’ve got thirteen epic ones for you during EcoWest Festival 2017 1. A Night at Ark in the Park What could… Read More

What a year 2016 has been! With the election outcome in the United States, the Brexit vote, the Syrian war, unprecedented temperatures in the Arctic, people and politicians around the world… Read More

HOW TO MAKE A DRAFT STOPPER A door snake is a valuable ally in the fight against winter drafts.  Keeping the drafts on the outside makes for a warmer home and… Read More