Photo credit: Adele Krantz
Photo credit: Adele Krantz

Rapua he kaupapa whakahaere, he āheinga rānei tata ki a koe

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Dip your toes into conservation and the natural environment. Attend a one-off event or support a conservation organisation on a more regular basis. The choice is yours.

Photo credit: Adele Krantz

Note that the events and opportunities below are a selection from the Our Auckland events webpage using the three related categories below. 

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Climate Action Trail

The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!

Auckland Botanical Gardens
02 September - 30 September
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Thinking about Breathing - An exhibition by Judith Lawson

Exhibition on nature’s interconnected system disrupted by forest loss and disconnection.

Franklin Arts Centre
30 August - 04 October
9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Seed, seedling and produce swap

It's a wonderful way to reduce waste, diversify your garden, and meet like-minded community members who are passionate about growing their own food.

Rānui Library
31 August - 28 December
10:30 am - 11:30 am

East Auckland WalkFest

Step into spring and discover the very best of East Auckland on foot!

East Auckland
20 September - 05 October
12:00 am - 12:00 am

Spring into Play in the Bays at East Coast Bays Library

Enjoy fun activities for this school holiday.

East Coast Bays Library
20 September - 05 October
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Ocean Odyssey: Cruising the Pacific

Step back in time and explore the Pacific through fun, hands-on activities.

New Zealand Maritime Museum
22 September - 03 October
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

School Holiday fun at Sir Edmund Hillary Library

Join us for these series of exciting school holiday events at Sir Edmund Hillary Library.

Sir Edmund Hillary Library
22 September - 03 October
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Game-on, coasties

Enjoy fun activities at the Library.

Whangaparāoa Library
22 September - 04 October
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Spring Bloom Festival at Clendon Library

Join us for the Spring Bloom Festival at Waimāhia (Clendon) Library

Te Matariki Clendon Library
22 September - 03 October
10:30 am - 11:30 am

World of tiger worms

Dive into the fascinating world of tiger worms and discover how these tiny composting heroes turn food scraps into fertiliser for your plants.

Whangaparāoa Library
22 September - 11 October
10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Toy Land Spring School Holidays at Pakuranga Library

Enjoy fun and family-friendly activities at the library to spark curiosity and create lasting memories for the whole whānau.

Pakuranga Community Library
22 September - 05 October
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Discover Lyford Reserve

Join us for a fun and educational guided walk through Lyford Reserve.

Lyford Reserve
24 September - 30 September
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Spring School Holidays at Ōrewa Library

Enjoy talks, play and a lot more at the Library.

Ōrewa Library
25 September - 03 October
10:00 am - 11:00 am

Pest Free Composting

Learn pest-free composting with DIY tips and a discount on your very own compost system!

Puhoi Community Orchard
25 September - 22 November
10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Tiny Terrariums for Kids

Come grow something magical this school holiday!

Auckland Botanic Gardens
26 September
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Auckland Moon Festival 2025

The event combines dazzling lantern displays, multicultural performances, a bustling food market, and interactive activities for all ages.

Balmoral Town Center
26 September - 28 September
5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Production Swales

This composting method is designed to feed perennial crops directly where they are grown, whilst minimising labour input.

Kawakawa Bay Community Hall
27 September
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Growing Greens for Chickens

Feeding greens to your chickens improves the overall nutritional value of their eggs.

EcoMatters Environment Trust
27 September
10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Springtime seed sowing workshops

Join us for a fun, hands on seed raising session!

New Lynn War Memorial Library
28 September
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Guardians of the Garden

A creative, hands-on session where tamariki can choose to colour in, make 3D birds, or create their own face masks inspired by Aotearoa’s native species.

Auckland Botanic Gardens
30 September
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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