Alberton High Tea 

Enjoy high tea at Alberton. $70 per person includes entry to the house, and a selection of delicious savouries and sweets, tea and coffee. Numbers are limited and bookings essential. Please book through Event Brite: https://Albertonhightea2026.eventbrite.co.nz Also Sunday 29 March, 2pm More Information Phone: 09 846 7367  Email: alberton@heritage.org.nz Public transport...

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French market at Highwic

Set in the grounds of Highwic, step into the charm of a traditional French market: delight in authentic French food, freshly brewed coffee, an array of handcrafted creations by talented artisans, and live performances. Entry to the market is free. Highwic house will be open for the day – normal...

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Making Cities Work – Auckland Conversation

Over the past decade, the Auckland Unitary Plan has enabled more development capacity in more places. As Auckland continues to grow, the question remains: how do we accommodate that growth in ways that improve affordability, boost productivity, and enhance quality of life for the people who live here? Join Alain...

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Seed Ball Workshop

Parnell Library is hosting a hands-on, eco-friendly craft session to attract bees, butterflies, and other important pollinators. Kids are invited to mix clay, soil, and a blend of wildflower and native seeds to create their own seed balls. These “throw and grow” creations can be used in home gardens or...

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World Wetland Day

This is a day of discovery, excitement, and free family fun. From engaging with VR headsets to admiring the resident eels, you’re invited to enjoy games and crafts for the kids as well as guided walks by experts to answer all your nature questions. Stallholders include Auckland Zoo, Birds New...

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EDS Conference

Beyond the election: A new mandate for the environment This conference focuses on the next term of government. This timely conference will review key environmental challenges facing Aotearoa and the adequacy of political party responses. We will critique the workability of recent reforms and propose solutions to amend or replace...

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Resource Management Reform Webinar 2

A deeper dive into the three big fixes needed to the Planning Bill and Natural Environment Bill: regulatory relief, legal standing, and limits Presenter: Dr Greg Severinsen, Reform Director, Environmental Defence Society This webinar will be recorded and available on the EDS website the following day Register

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Webinar – RMA Replacement Laws

This webinar will unpack the key features of the government’s proposed replacement laws for the Resource Management Act 1991: the Planning Act and the Natural Environment Act. What is different from the status quo? And what might it mean for the environment – and for you? Register below to find...

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The challenge of aviation and shipping emissions

This is a webinar presented by Robert McLachlan and hosted by Our Climate Declaration. These two large sectors have proven to be capable of rapid growth (e.g., in long-haul tourism and the cruise industry) and extremely difficult to rein in. In addition, NZ has become more and more reliant on...

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