CCS Disability Action Community Gardens - Master Gardener Programme

Register now for a 10 week intensive programme in organic gardening and permaculture, starting Saturday 6 June, and learn from a stunning line-up of organic gardening experts.

Cost $275 or $125 plus a minimum of 15 work exchange hours at the Gardens following classes on Saturdays. This reduced rate applies to only 10 students, so be quick.

This course is a great opportunity to be part of an innovative and informative programme in a central community garden setting. It will help you to create your own successful organic garden and contribute to a more sustainable and eco-friendly urban environment

Limited spaces available-maximum class size 20. For registration form email Scott Thiemann scott.thiemann@ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz or phone (09) 625 9811

 Every Saturday from June 6 - August 8, 9.30-12.30pm

CCS Disability Action Community Gardens, 14 Erson Ave, Royal Oak

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Motuora Planting Day

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E-engage your Community

Internet and Communication Technologies for a Changing World

The proliferation of new Internet communication technologies can be daunting, deceptive and confusing.

In the workshop, Richard Carstens will discuss how technology is changing our world and work through the options and opportunites these new tools present.

Richard is co-founder of Townsquare - an international boutique design, communications and technology group. His experience stretches across all sectors having worked with major corporations including amazon.com., government departments and community organisations.

 For registrations contact JanZiegler-Peri@aucklandcity.govt.nz or send your cheque to Jan Ziegler-Peri c/- Community Services, Auckland City Council, Private Bag 92-516, Wellesley Street, Auckland 1141

Cost: $20

Each particpant receives a USB memory stick and morning tea

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You have 1 month to complete applications for the following funds: Nature Heritage: Community Organisation Grants: Manukau Discretionary Funding: Manukau School Holiday Funding

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Mahurangi Tuesday Volunteers Day

Volunteer to help with pest control programmes, general maintenance and other projects around the park. Tasks and projects will change depending on volunteer numbers, skills and weather. This is a new volunteer day, so be one of the first to be part of the committees involved in the running of Mahurangi Regional Park. Where do I go? Meet at workshop/park office at Sullivans Bay. What shall I bring? Good footwear and weather appropriate clothing. What's in it for me? Coffee, tea, cold drink and biscuits. Training and equipment provided. Do I need to book? No. A low-level of fitness is required. Volunteers can volunteer further time by arranging on the Tuesday the days and times for other opportunities. Sue Hill Phone 09-426 1200 or fax 09-426 3358 e-mail sue.hill@arc.govt.nz

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Shakespear Tuesday Volunteer Days

Volunteer to help with the general maintenance and other projects around the park. Description: General Maintenance of Shakespear Regional Park. Tasks and projects will change depending on volunteer numbers, skills and weather. What shall I bring? Good footwear and weather appropriate clothing. You will be informed if anything else is required. What's in it for me? Coffee, tea, cold drink and biscuits. Training and equipment provided. Do I need to book? No. A low-level of fitness is required. Volunteers can volunteer further time by arranging on the Tuesday the days and times for other opportunities. Meet at park office/workshop yards in Te Haruhi Bay Contact Details: Sue Hill Phone 09-426 1200 or fax 09-426 3358 e-mail sue.hill@arc.govt.nz

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Long Bay Tuesday Volunteers Day

Volunteer to help with the nursery, general maintenance and other projects around the park. Meet at workshop yards, northern end of Long Bay Regional Park What shall I bring? Good footwear and weather appropriate clothing. You will be informed if anything else is required. What's in it for me? Coffee, tea, cold drink and biscuits. Training and equipment provided. Do I need to book? No. A low-level of fitness is required. Volunteers can volunteer further time by arranging on the Tuesday the days and times for other opportunities.

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Closing Date: CLANZ – Community Learning Aotearoa

Link: http://www.tec.govt.nz/templates/standard.aspx?id=892 CLANZ allocates small amounts of funding to community groups for community learning needs. Funding is not available to groups that receive direct funding from the Tertiary Education Commission. Only specific learning projects or programmes for adults are eligible for funding. 1 Ash Road, Wiri Private Bag 76-928 South Auckland Mail Centre Manukau 2241 Please note that all mail to the TEC Service Centre must be addressed with the Private Bag number. Phone: (09) 263 1735 Freephone: 0800 601 301 Fax: (09) 262 2150 Email: servicecentre@tec.govt.nz

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Closing Date: Mazda Foundation

Link: The Mazda Foundation Trust aims include (but are not limited to) the provision of financial aid to funds, authorities and institutions which qualify for income tax deductibility for gifts and which provide: Assistance towards the maintenance and improvement of the natural environment. Assistance in the advancement of culture and education to achieve excellence at all levels in the community. Assistance to young people through advancement of education and employment skills development, with particular emphasis on children from deprived backgrounds. Assistance in the arts where the goal is to educate and expose the NZ public on NZ culture. The Secretary Mazda New Zealand Foundation Po Box 132057 Sylvia Park, Auckland 1644

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You have 1 month to complete applications for the following funds: Lotteries Community Facilities

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Wednesday Workers Centennial Park

A small group of keen native forest restoration workers meet each week in Centennial Park. In season we plant lots of native plants, and the rest of the year is spent mainly on weed control, with occasional track maintenance and other tasks. It is good exercise and good fun. We usually break for a coffee at 10.30 to recharge til midday ish. Over time a small number of dedicated people can make a big difference. For where to meet or to be on our email notification list please email bushsoc@gmail.com

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Closing Date: Lotteries Community Sector Research Committee

Link: http://www.cdgo.govt.nz/available-grants/downloads.aspx#ApplicationType_1 This Committee considers applications from community organisations to carry out research and/or evaluation projects. Community organisations can either undertake projects independently or in partnership with a suitable provider. Applications can be made for grants to fully fund both the carrying out of research and/or evaluation projects and the communication of their findings. The Fund supports projects that offer community benefits at a local, regional or national level. Eligible projects must either help community organisations to develop and enhance their own skills and knowledge leading to improvements to their performance and outcomes or help increase community participation, cooperation and understanding. Manukau Level 1, ANZ Building 3 Osterley Way MANUKAU CITY 2104 PO Box 76 451 MANUKAU CITY 2241 Ph: (09) 263 7372 Fax: (09) 262 0606

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Closing Date: ASB Community Trust Community Wellbeing: ASB Community Trust Health.

Link: http://www.asbcommunitytrust.org.nz/funding-ten-sectors.html ASB Community Trust Community Wellbeing We support organisations that respond to the needs identified by our communities, with a focus on innovative programmes that address the underlying causes of social problems. ASB Community Trust Health. We support and strengthen community organisations that improve health outcomes for the people of our region, by focusing on health promotion and preventative projects. Call us: (09) 360 0291, or freephone 0800 272 878 Fax us: (09) 378 6954 Email us or give feedback Write to us: P.O. Box 68-048, Newton, Auckland Visit us: 50 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, Auckland

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Closing Date: ASB Community Trust Community Facilities. Marae Funding

Link: http://www.asbcommunitytrust.org.nz/funding-ten-sectors.html We support capital building projects where there is a strong community involvement, or where the project has regional significance. In recognition of the special role marae play in our community, the Trust will support marae development projects. Call us: (09) 360 0291, or freephone 0800 272 878 Fax us: (09) 378 6954 Email us or give feedback Write to us: P.O. Box 68-048, Newton, Auckland Visit us: 50 Ponsonby Road, Ponsonby, Auckland

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Closing Date: Lotteries Regional Community

Link: http://www.dia.govt.nz/diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Lottery-Grants-Lottery-Community?OpenDocument Lottery Community considers applications for developmental or preventative projects, welfare and support services, or projects that help to improve the wellbeing of people in the community. • Activity, resource and programme costs • Administration costs • Care and support • Domestic travel • Projects encouraging people to participate in their communities • Salaries (up to $30,000) • Training and supervision • Feasibility studies • One-off projects and new initiatives • Regional and national gatherings • Volunteer costs and expenses • Community awareness • Minor capital works (up to $30,000) Local Government and Community Level 1 ANZ Building 3 Osterley Way Manukau City 2104 PO Box 76-451 Manukau City 2241 (09) 263-7372 COGS Phone: (09) 263-7372 (09) 262-0606

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You have to complete applications for the following funds: Manukau City Wide Social Investment

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Manukau Parks Community Planting Day - Tarata Stream

Come and join us for a day of planting at your local reserve. Bring along your gumboots, wet weather jacket and snacks.

Elmdon Road bridge, Mangere (Note: Rain Day, Saturday 11 July)

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Whitford Estuaries Conservation Society

 NATIVE TREE PLANTING ON THE NEW TURANGA STREAM RESERVE

The Whitford Estuaries Conservation Society invites everyone to join in the native tree-planting program on the new Turanga Stream Reserve, near Whitford Village.

Park and meet on Wharf Road, Whitford Village

Over recent months the Manukau City Council has invested heavily in constructing an excellent walking/pony trail through the new reserve extending alongside the Turanga Stream and Estuary, from Whitford Road through Wade Road. This has included removing all exotic weeds, shrubs and trees ready for planting native trees.

Join us for the official start of the planting of about 14,000 trees over the next two months.

This programme is supported by the Auckland Regional Council and Manukau City Council. Bring your planting spades

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