Events List
Webinar – Workplace Solutions To The Climate Challenge
zoomJoin us for this webinar, where Des Casey will share insights from his new book "Nature's Future Our Future". People from a broad variety of occupations, including teaching, healthcare, office work and sports, can impact our natural environment through their day-to-day work. "Nature faces a crossroads. What will we, ourselves a part of nature, do?…
Takeaways from the Environmental Defence Society Conference
OnlineNature and Climate Group convener Fiona Ede will present a Nelson-Tasman perspective of this year's high-profile EDS Conference, held in Christchurch in June. The recent Environmental Defence Society conference, "The Future is Now" brought together resource managers, conservationists, politicians, rangitahi, iwi, researchers, policy makers and others, to address the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss.…
Motueka Repair Cafe
Motueka Library 32 Wallace street, MotuekaNelson Repair Cafe
Elma Turner Library 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New ZealandA monthly event helping you to repair your household items, save resources and build community – brought to you by the Nelson Tasman Climate Forum.. Come and visit us in the Buzz Room, behind Restore. You will be able to bring items for smaller repairs – examples include:– Electrical items (no large appliances)– Clothing and…
Messages from the Matriarchs
the BoathouseInsights from Psychology for Climate Change Communications
OnlineInternational Climate and Resilience webinar series Speaker: Wändi Bruine de Bruin, University of Southern California Abstract: Climate change poses a serious threat to people around the world. Organizations such as the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) are tasked with communicating about climate change with international audiences of policy makers and members of the general public. These…
Nelson Seed Library SPRING event
Elma Turner Library 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New ZealandCelebrating the return our our new seed stock. Vegetables, flowers, fruits, herbs and even some shrubs & trees. Come and check out what experienced and beginner gardeners have achieved in 2023-24. There will be a short introduction to The Nelson Seed Library and the basics of growing plants from seed to save seed. More info…
Ethical Investing for Collective Wellbeing – connecting money & values
Mahitahi ColabPathfinder invite you to an evening of empowerment and learning, in collaboration with Blue Moth. Connecting through a shared passion for a world where humanity is in deeper balance with nature, we bring you an evening of kōrero to explore how our financial decisions impact people, planet & animals. Finance as a Force For Good: KiwiSaver 101 & Ethical Investing workshop to…
Horticultural waste composting workshop
This event is open to everyone, not just horticultural people. But more appropriate for people interested in large scale composting or wanting to learn about it. The speaker is David Hardwick from Soil Land Food | shaping change in Australias rural landscapes, farming and food systems
Mohua/Golden Bay Repair Cafe
Sustainable Living Center 24 Waitapu Road, Takaka, New ZealandMotueka Repair Cafe
Motueka Library 32 Wallace street, MotuekaNelson Repair Cafe
Elma Turner Library 27 Halifax Street, Nelson, New ZealandA monthly event helping you to repair your household items, save resources and build community – brought to you by the Nelson Tasman Climate Forum.. Come and visit us in the Buzz Room, behind Restore. You will be able to bring items for smaller repairs – examples include:– Electrical items (no large appliances)– Clothing and…
WEBINAR – The Law CAN Help Us Rein in Big Climate Offenders. Here’s How.
zoomA webinar with Jessica Palairet, Lawyers for Climate Action NZ Inc. We will be joined by Lawyers for Climate Action's Executive Director, Jessica Palairet, to discuss the state of play for New Zealand's climate response and legal mechanisms for increasing action in Aotearoa New Zealand. She will also share insights into Lawyers for Climate Action's…
Step Out Festival
Join this annual month-long festival of active events that takes place throughout October in the Tasman District. These activities are put together by groups, clubs and individuals all over the region and promote an active lifestyle and healthy wellbeing. See the full program here, or follow the Facebook page here.
I am Climate Hope – Nelson
Mahitahi ColabJoin Mike King and guest speaker in your local community to discuss the important issues of mental health and climate change. Come along, help create positive change and say hi to Mike as he rides an electric motorbike on a 5,000km journey around Aotearoa! Click the links to get more info on the "Ride for…
My Love Affaire With Nature
the BoathouseYou loved Awestruck by Nature and Messages from the Matriarchs, now you will be deeply moved by six great communicators telling their stories of wildlife encounters, epic journeys, and personal epiphany, all backed up by brilliant visuals. Our events have all sold out, so if you wish to be one of the benefiting audience,…
Webinar – Community resilience: climate adaptation, earthquakes, basic needs – they are all connected, but we are not
zoomPresented by Jack Santa Barbara This webinar will discuss the uncertain future we face with multiple risks increasing steadily. Governments are failing to protect us, placing responsibility onto local communities. Community resilience building to ensure everyone’s universal basic needs are met is a critical aspect of a secure future. There are many examples of communities…
2024 Aotearoa Repair Summit
OnlineTo celebrate InternationalRepairDay, the RepairNetworkAotearoa and the RighttoRepairCoalitionAotearoa will be offering the 2024 Aotearoa Repair Summit on Thursday 17 October- A FREE Online event 11PM - 12PM- this year hosted by their partner WasteMINZ. With representatives from across the industry, hear what is happening in the repair space from a political, business, community and educational perspective. We will be joined by 4…
Green Drinks
Two Thumbs Brewery. 32c New Street, NelsonGreen Drinks will be happening next Thursday 17th from 5.30pm -6.30pm at Two Thumbs Brewery. It has been so great to the community come together, a huge range of people from different industries and backgrounds. If you haven't been before there will be a little sign on the table saying "Green Drinks". All welcome! To…
WEBINAR – A Clean Energy Future is Possible
zoomA Clean Energy Future is Possible: A Virtual Fireside Chat with Jace Hobbs and John Michaelis The climate crisis is upon us. Temperature records are being set every month, yet our emissions continue to rise. Fossil fuels have not been replaced despite the measurable damage to our environment. Can we transition to alternative systems in time?…
Motueka Repair Cafe
Motueka Library 32 Wallace street, MotuekaMore info on the facebook page of the Motueka Repair Cafe.
Nelson Repair Cafe
Habitat Hub (Buzz Room - behind ReStore) 166 Tahunanui Drive, Tahunanui - Nelson, New ZealandReduce Food Waste Workshop
Motueka Library 32 Wallace street, MotuekaWebinar – Take the Jump on National Climate Day
zoomDo you feel stuck in a fossil fuelled lifestyle and want to make a change? Find out the small steps you can take to make a difference, while having fun along the way! Join us at 12.30pm on National Climate Action Day, 24th October, for an online lunchtime exploration of Take the Jump. The Jump…
Twilight Market Gathering Event
Isel Park MarketLet's meet kanohi ki te kanohi, face to face, and celebrate Climate Action Day together at the Isel Park Twilight Market. It's a beautiful setting to catch up over a meal and a great opportunity to discover the food available from the food trucks. See you there! This gathering being weather dependant, please check on…
Motueka Repair Cafe
Motueka Library 32 Wallace street, MotuekaMore info on the facebook page of the Motueka Repair Cafe.
EVENT POSTPONED – Community Kōrero: Growing Towards a Successful Bicultural Partnership
Greenmeadows community centre Cnr Main Road and Songer Street, Stoke, Nelson, New ZealandThe Nelson Tasman Climate Forum welcomes you to take part in a conversation about navigating bicultural relationships in restoration work with Hina Moses-Te Kani (Ngāti Kuia) and Ian Shapcott, facilitated by Peter Lawless of Phoenix Facilitation.
Mohua/Golden Bay Repair Cafe
Collingwood rugby and football club rooms 146 Collingwood-Bainham Main Rd, Collingwood 7073, New ZealandZero Waste Summit
WellingtonZero Waste Network warmly invites you to join them for their 2024 Zero Waste Summit! Set in the vibrant city of Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington, this gathering will feature engaging talks from inspiring speakers and expert panelists. We'll dive into workshops focused on various waste streams, collaborate with like-minded individuals from across the country, and enjoy…
Nelson Repair Cafe
Habitat Hub (Buzz Room - behind ReStore) 166 Tahunanui Drive, Tahunanui - Nelson, New ZealandNelson Tasman Climate Forum Annual Hui
Greenmeadows community centre Cnr Main Road and Songer Street, Stoke, Nelson, New ZealandJoin us on 1st of December to hear about the Forums activities over the last year and plan for the year ahead. Well celebrate all we've achieved, discuss how to nurture and support our wonderful volunteers as we go forward, and appoint our new Leadership Group. A delicious morning tea and vegetarian (with GF and…
Life Cycle – Bike Festival
Broadgreen intermediateWaitangi Day – Nelson Marae Powhiri
9am Powhiri starts.
Guests gather at the waha roa ( gateway) and entrance to the marae grounds.
After powhiri there will be a variety of activities.
Maire Stream Guardians/Nurturers monthly Working Bee
Maire Stream Restoration Area, Upper Maire Stream. Whakatu/Tahunanui 49 Douglas Rd, NelsonGiving a hand to nature by raising the health of Maire Stream
Māori Engagement Training
OnlineWe are delighted to share with the Nelson Tasman Climate Forum community an opportunity provided by Peter Lawless, Director at The Lawless Edge Ltd and Facilitator at Phoenix Facilitation. Peter invites us to deepen our understanding of the Māori worldview and principles to develop the capacity of the Nelson Tasman Climate Forum community to engage…
Motueka Repair Cafe
Motueka Library 32 Wallace street, MotuekaMore info on the facebook page of the Motueka Repair Cafe.
Cruise Ship Community Meeting – This Wednesday!
Open kōreo concerning the social and ecological impacts of the cruise industry. All welcome...
NEW DATE for Community Kōrero: Growing Towards a Successful Bicultural Partnership
Greenmeadows community centre Cnr Main Road and Songer Street, Stoke, Nelson, New ZealandThe Nelson Tasman Climate Forum welcomes you to take part in a conversation about navigating bicultural relationships in restoration work with Hina Moses-Te Kani (Ngāti Kuia) and Ian Shapcott, facilitated by Peter Lawless of Phoenix Facilitation. Please let us know here if you plan to come.
Climate Action Week Marlborough
Join for a week of inspiring conversations, educational events, and actionable steps to support our business community in becoming more aware, knowledgeable, and proactive about regeneration. More information about the week here: Climate Action Week - Marlborough 2025 Message from Anne (anne@amelectrolysis.co.nz): "I will be travelling to Blenheim for the day and have a seat…
Facing the future – Online class
OnlineAre you concerned about our planetary predicament? Are you concerned about our resilience as we face mounting risks of disruption? Are you interested in how we might navigate a course toward a viable future? If your answer is yes, then this course is for you. On this six week course you will engage with the…
Maire Stream Guardians/Nurturers monthly Working Bee
Maire Stream Restoration Area, Upper Maire Stream. Whakatu/Tahunanui 49 Douglas Rd, NelsonRaising the Mauri (life force) of upper Maire Stream Come volunteer, raising the Mauri of Maire Stream for a Kowhai seed planting and the monthly Weeding Bee. Wear sturdy footwear, long sleeves, sun hat and gloves. Bring small sharp spade, secateurs, lobbers and garden fork if you have them. Meet at the Playground end of…
Motueka Repair Cafe
Motueka Library 32 Wallace street, MotuekaMore info on the facebook page of the Motueka Repair Cafe.
Mohua/Golden Bay Repair Cafe
Mohua Social services community hall 88 Commercial Street, TakakaWhakatū Nelson Climate Change Strategy – Discuss and share your thoughts
“Global efforts to address climate change are falling short. Whakatū Nelson must rapidly address climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing resilience to climate disruption. What we do now is crucial for determining our future. Tackling global greenhouse gas emissions will require coordination at an unprecedented scale – every community, city and country…
Jonathan Boston – Trust, Science and Climate Change
Greenmeadows community centre Cnr Main Road and Songer Street, Stoke, Nelson, New ZealandTrust, Science and Climate Change Climate scientists tell us that we’re heading for a world so warm that our grandchildren’s lives will be miserable. Industry tells us to keep consuming fossil fuels or even constructs misinformation to ensure that we’ll do so. People elect politicians that assign low priority to acting on this information, or…
Give feedback on NCC’s new climate plan – Online brainstorming session
Online (Zoom)As you may know, Nelson City Council has published its Climate Strategy and Action Plan. We were very pleased that it contains the target emissions reduction figure that the Forum Targets Group had calculated as one of its two choices of target. It contains many other admirable features, such as appropriate attention to iwi climate…
Weavers of words
the BoathouseThree gifted storytellers tell a range of epic adventures and meaningful sagas about those that have come before us, and how their lived experience impacts our lives today. Each teller has a history of performance in the art, and among the awards on display is the National Hemingway Storytellers Contest winner. Come to hear spellbinding…
Tackling the twin crises of biodiversity and climate across our region
Online (Zoom)Tackling the twin crises of biodiversity and climate across our region: Kotahitanga mō te Taiao Alliance (KMTT) and our collective, co-governance approach to restoration whilst ensuring climate resilience. Debs Martin is the Kaiwhakahaere Taiao / Programme Manager for KMTT, and will step us through the work that has been done to focus our efforts on…
Messages from the Matriarchs
the BoathouseAfter an overwhelming appreciative audience at our first ‘Messages from the Matriarchs’ , we are back with a new slate of dynamic and visionary speakers. The sheer life experience that we have in this group will inspire you to attend, but the messaging and imagery displayed along with all that mana will make you very…