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SUMMARY:Compost Get Together - NELSON
DESCRIPTION:Get your hands dirty with the fun and passionate Community Compost Collective during the Climate Action Festival and every Saturday morning. This is an ongoing working session which takes place throughout the year. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/compost-get-together/
LOCATION:Waimarama Organic Community Garden\, Tantragee Road\, The Brook\, Nelson\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T120000
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SUMMARY:Tasman Open Orchard Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a planting day at the Tasman Memorial Recreation Reserve to expand an open public orchard\, established by the Tasman Area Community Assn\, (T.A.C.A). \nThe aim is to further the community’s food security and to help with the cost of living by adding more free food into the community. If you are wanting to plant a tree please bring your own spade. We’ll stop for smoko around 10.30am. BYO morning tea. \nTACA has secured sponsorship for more than 40 trees\, with many thanks to Waimea Nurseries and Thurkettle Nursery. \nCurrently there are feijoas\, plums\, apples\, various citrus and macadamia nuts all producing. \nThere are three ways in which you can contribute: \n1. Your participation in working Bees to help plant trees on the 19th September and ongoing maintenance of the Open Orchard. \n2. A monetary donation – we suggest between $10 and $30 dollars-towards the nurturing of the trees- eg mulch\, fertiliser. \nDonations can be paid into T.A.C.A.s bank account Tasman Area Community Association. 03-1354-0627622-00.   Please put your name under particulars and  Orchard under reference \nOrganised by Steve Richards and Vivien Peters. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/tasman-open-orchard-planting/
LOCATION:Tasman Memorial Recreation Reserve\, 11 Rush Lane\, Tasman 7173
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T094820Z
CREATED:20260817T061513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T094820Z
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SUMMARY:Tāhunanui Community Beach Clean-Up - NELSON
DESCRIPTION:Join us as part of the Climate Action Festival and help protect our coastline from litter and plastic pollution. Last year\, more than 200 volunteers collected 500 kg of rubbish from Tāhunanui Beach and surrounds. This year\, the goal is 1\,000 kg! \nRemoving rubbish from our beaches helps prevent plastics from entering the ocean\, where they can harm wildlife and break down into microplastics. Bring your friends\, whānau\, colleagues\, or classmates and be part of a fun community event. \nOrganised by Tāhuna Beach Holiday Park as part of Keep New Zealand Beautiful’s Clean Up Week\, this community event brings people together to care for our beach\, waterways\, and wildlife. \nAfter the clean-up\, enjoy a free thank-you BBQ and spot prizes. \nMore information HERE \nImage credit: Tāhuna Beach Holiday Park \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/tahunanui-community-beach-clean-up/
LOCATION:Look for the gazebo with the ‘Registration’ sign on the Main Tāhunanui Beach.\, Nelson
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260818T095054Z
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SUMMARY:Nelson Repair Cafe - NELSON
DESCRIPTION:Don’t toss it. Repair it! Join our long-running monthly community repair event to breathe new life into your household items\, save valuable resources\, and meet your community. \nBring along: Clothing\, textiles\, bicycles\, toys\, small furniture\, and small electrical appliances. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/nelson-repair-cafe-12/
LOCATION:WAA! Club\, 183 Bridge Street\, Nelson
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260820T012610Z
CREATED:20260817T202708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T012610Z
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SUMMARY:Motueka Repair Cafe - MOTUEKA
DESCRIPTION:Join the dynamic and bustling Motueka Repair Cafe\, at 10am at the Motueka Library (Te Noninga Kumu)\, and have a cuppa and snack while you learn how to repair your stuff. \nThe Repair Cafe has assembled a team to deal with repairs to clothes\, cushions\, kitchen appliances\, small furnishings\, toys and to sharpen knives. \nRepairs at Motueka Repair Cafe have no cost\, but the organisers would like just a koha if you’re able. Morning tea is provided on the house. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/motueka-repair-cafe-10/
LOCATION:Motueka Library\, 32 Wallace street\, Motueka\, 7120
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260919T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T034645Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Edible Weed Walk - MOTUEKA
DESCRIPTION:Discover the art and joy of nutritious\, sustainable eating in this hands-on workshop\, designed for anyone dreaming of a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Learn how to make the most of local\, seasonal ingredients while building your confidence and creativity in the kitchen. \nWe’ll begin with a stroll through the vegetable garden\, discovering a variety of so-called “weeds” that are not only edible but often surprisingly nutritious. Then it’s into the kitchen to prepare simple recipes\, including pesto\, a smoothie and tea\, that showcase these often-overlooked ingredients. \nThe workshop is designed to give you practical ideas and recipes you can easily recreate and incorporate into everyday life. \nHosted by Silke Middlehauve\, who welcomes you into her home to share her passion for cooking and growing food. A passionate cook for many years\, Silke is keen to show that eating healthily and seasonally is within everyone’s reach and that even a small garden can provide an abundance of delicious possibilities. \nPractical information will be provided after registration. \nRegister HERE. The address will be provided after registration. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/spring-edible-weed-walk/
LOCATION:Riwaka
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Workshops,Walks & Tours,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T034617Z
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SUMMARY:Compost workshop by Rex Hunt - APPLEBY
DESCRIPTION:Feel the power of compost! Join us for our annual compost demonstration with organic nursery operator Rex Hunt. Rex will show how you can make your own compost in a short period of time. He takes a science-based approach and will explain the difference between a hot compost (short period) and cold compost  (longer period). \nYou will get to see one-year-old compost\, one-week-old compost and will make a compost pile on the day\, with a handout to take away. Come with your questions\, and any problems you may have experienced. \nRegister HERE \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/compost-workshop-by-rex-hunt/
LOCATION:Willowgrove organic nursery\, 86 Highway 60\, Appleby\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Workshops,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260921T143000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260825T034543Z
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SUMMARY:Victory Community Working Bee and Afternoon Tea in the Mārakai - NELSON
DESCRIPTION:The Victory Community Garden is hosting a working bee and afternoon tea made with homemade\, locally produced refreshments to celebrate the Climate Action Festival. \nHear about their vision for the garden that supports people to garden together. \nNo registration needed\, just come and say hello! \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/victory-community-working-bee-and-afternoon-tea-in-the-marakai-3/
LOCATION:Victory Community Center\, 2 Totara Street\,Nelson\,7010\,New Zealand\, Nelson\, 7010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260922T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260818T214407Z
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SUMMARY:Cleaning up Party - NELSON
DESCRIPTION:Join the Community Compost Collective for our Last Bucket social event! Come celebrate the season’s collections with us\, help give the buckets their final clean\, and stay for a social evening with the crew. Everyone welcome. \n This is an ongoing working session that takes place throughout the year. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/cleaning-up-party/
LOCATION:Private: The Yard\, 2 sharps Ln\, Nelson
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260926T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260926T110000
DTSTAMP:20260818T093015Z
CREATED:20260818T005643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T093015Z
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SUMMARY:Compost Get Together - NELSON
DESCRIPTION:Get your hands dirty with the fun and passionate Community Compost Collective during the Climate Action Festival and every Saturday morning. This is an ongoing working session which takes place throughout the year. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/compost-get-together-2/
LOCATION:Waimarama Organic Community Garden\, Tantragee Road\, The Brook\, Nelson\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260927T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260818T092537Z
CREATED:20260818T012402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T092537Z
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SUMMARY:Community Litter Pick with Grassroots Recycling - NELSON
DESCRIPTION:Join Grassroots Recycling for a community litter pick around Victory and help keep our neighbourhood clean\, healthy\, and free from rubbish. Gather outside Victory Community Centre before heading out to collect litter\, meet like-minded locals\, and make a positive difference for our environment. \nAll ages are welcome. \nGloves and collection bags will be provided. \nPlease wear suitable footwear and clothing for the weather. All children must be accompanied by an adult. \nAnd let us know if you plan to come by registering HERE. \n\nThis event is part of Climate Action Festival 2026. See the full program here.
URL:https://www.nelsontasmanclimateforum.nz/event/community-litter-pick-with-grassroots-recycling/
LOCATION:Victory Community Center\, 2 Totara Street\,Nelson\,7010\,New Zealand\, Nelson\, 7010\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Climate Action Festival 2026,Hands-On & Clean-ups
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