REGISTER Anne McDonald from Signs of Art will be telling us about the large amounts of landfill and non-recyclable waste that is produced through modern sign production as opposed to traditionally painted signs. There will be a short demonstration that showcases the differences. Event Details: The talk starts at 7pm, followed by the Lincoln Envirotown Meeting […]
There are four basic steps to establishing a native garden, they are: PLAN, PREPARE, PLANT and PROTECT. This workshop will cover these steps, using the Mahoe Reserve, as an example, and will include a short visit to this nearby native planting area. Our presenters: Fiona Waghorn is an experienced horticulturalist, who has run […]
Join Kim Hill and panellists in a stimulating discussion - Peak Meat REGISTER This is an issue of worldwide importance. Intensive production of meat and milk is a major source of greenhouse gases, water pollution and soil degradation. Many people are turning to a vegetarian or vegan diet. However, food production is vital to New […]
Come along and help us in the restoration and maintenance of the Mahoe native reserve. Please wear suitable shoes, bring spades, garden gloves, sunglasses or other eye protection, also a bucket for mulch, if you can. Working bees are the first Sunday of every month from 2pm. _____________________________________________ Our Sponsors A big thank you to […]
A workshop conducted by Dr Brad Howlett Honey bees are relied on for many NZ crops such as kiwifruit, avocado, apples, plums and apricots. The humble bee contributes $5 billion a year to our national economy! However, there are more pollinators contributing to our economy than honey bees. Dr Brad Howlett, is a pollination scientist […]
Come along and help us in the restoration and maintenance of the Mahoe native reserve. Please wear suitable shoes, bring spades, garden gloves, sunglasses or other eye protection, also a bucket for mulch, if you can. Working bees are the first Sunday of every month from 2pm. _____________________________________________ Our Sponsors A big thank you to […]
REGISTER Dr Fiona Shanun who is the Acting Chief Scientific Adviser for Antarctica New Zealand will be sharing some interesting insights into Antarctica's Environment. Event Details: The talk starts at 7pm, followed by the Lincoln Envirotown Meeting which starts at approximately 8pm. Meetings are the first Monday of every month, excluding Public Holidays. All Welcome […]
Into Film? Passionate about the environment? Do your bit to encourage people to take care of the environment! Make a film that will stimulate those who view it into taking action! We challenge you to Focus for Future and make a short film (5 mins max.). The competition is open to all, and people are […]
This event is now fully booked. Click register to put your name on the waiting list: REGISTER An Introductory Workshop Presented by Tony Bywater, Christchurch Bonsai Society. Bonsai is an art form probably started by the Chinese over 2000 years ago, using trees grown in containers or on rocks to represent the beauty and majesty […]
Come along and help us in the restoration and maintenance of the Mahoe native reserve. Please wear suitable shoes, bring spades, garden gloves, sunglasses or other eye protection, also a bucket for mulch, if you can. Working bees are the first Sunday of every month from 2pm. _____________________________________________ Our Sponsors A big thank you to […]
Our Sponsors
A big thank you to our wonderful sponsors! We extend our sincere appreciation to all our sponsors, Rata Foundation, Selwyn District Council, COGS, Lottery Community, Lincoln University, Creative Communities Scheme, Lincoln Community Trust, Lincoln Community Committee.