Connecting people to environmental activities

Tena koutou katoa!

Welcome to Ecoevents a website designed to connect people to environmental events happening in the Auckland Region. We highlight a variety of events from restoration planting days to organic gardening workshops. Community groups also extend their invitations to volunteers who contribute to the environment and community sustainability. Come and join us!

Want to get involved?

You can see all events and activities listed on the Events Calendar page, or click on your preferred date on the calendar to find out what is happening on that day. You can find nearby groups or organisations that are keen to connect with people like you on the Member Organisations page.

Looking to attract more people to your project?

If you are a group or organisation wanting to promote your event or share news, you can sign up here to be a contributor. It’s easy – and you will receive training and support.

Resources and action

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park 10th Anniversary

Celebrate Hauraki Gulf Marine Park 10th Anniversary
To mark the 10th anniversary of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park an exciting programme of activities is being planned to build awareness and enhance the park by many different agencies and groups. See our dedicated Hauraki Gulf Marine Park 10th Anniversary page here.

Celebrating 125 years at North Head

12:00pm
Sep
19
4:00pm
Sep
19

You are invited to join the Department of Conservation in celebrating the 125th anniversary of the Barracks building at North Head.

The Stars of Tiritiri Matangi - A Magical Night Tour 2010

5:00pm
Sep
18
11:15pm
Sep
18

Join the Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi and the Astronomical Society for a special evening of wildlife watching and star gazing on Tiritiri Matangi. There may be a chance to spot a kiwi, little blue penguin or even a tuatara, as well as having the night sky interpreted by astronomy enthusiasts and their telescopes. This event was booked out in days of being advertised last year, so don't delay in securing a place.

Motuora Planting Day

8:00am
Aug
29
4:00pm
Aug
29

Join the Motuora Restoration Society on this special island!

A great day out, very popular and suitable for families, includes a cuppa and sausage sizzle lunch.

Sunday in the Park with TOSSI

9:15am
Sep
05
3:00pm
Sep
05

There are still 10,000 plants in the nursery that need planting in Twin Hills at Tawharanui Regional Park and we will put a large dent in this total with your help on Sunday, the fifth September!

The Stars of Tiritiri Matangi - A Magical Night Tour 2010

5:00pm
Sep
04
11:15pm
Sep
04

Join the Supporters of Tiritiri Matangi and the Astronomical Society for a special evening of wildlife watching and star gazing on Tiritiri Matangi. There may be a chance to spot a kiwi, little blue penguin or even a tuatara, as well as having the night sky interpreted by astronomy enthusiasts and their telescopes. This event was booked out in days of being advertised last year, so don't delay in securing a place.

Terraquaculture Training Course

9:00am
Sep
09
5:00pm
Sep
12

Introducing Asia Pacific Terraquaculture with Prof Haikai Tane and Brendan Hoare. This four day practical workshop expanding your skills and capabilities in productive farming andf forestry systems to enable sustainable terraquaculture in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Growing tasty & Nutritious Vegetables and Grow your own seeds

9:30am
Aug
28
4:30pm
Aug
28

Growing Great Food - Learn how to produce vegetables that are full of flavor, nutrition & goodness for you and your family and grow the seed to support this!

Public F&B meeting - What makes the Kermadecs a Special Place

2:00pm
Sep
19
4:00pm
Sep
19

WHAT MAKES THE KERMADECS A SPECIAL PLACE  – Karen Baird
Karen works in the Auckland office of Forest and Bird and is spearheading an exciting new campaign in partnership with Pew Environment Trusts’ Global Legacy project and jointly with WWF-NZ  to create the largest protected marine area on the planet. Come and hear of the successful endeavours during the year.

North Shore: Fernglen Native Garden Walk

9:00am
Jul
24
12:00pm
Jul
24

Join caretaker Malcolm Fisher (son of Muriel Fisher) at 38 Kauri Rd, Birkenhead, for a walk around Fernglen gardens and the surrounding bush.

Ranger walk and talk at Mangemangeroa Valley

9:45am
Jul
30
12:00pm
Jul
30

An opportunity to explore the natural forest landscape and estuary of this beautiful diverse valley situated at the edge of urban Manukau.

Learn about its cultural heritage, increase your understanding of the valley’s ecosystems, and develop an awareness of the environmental issues that face the area today.