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Garden Composting

August 24 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Free Gold coin donation appreciated.

Compost is one of nature’s best mulches and soil additives, and you can use it instead of commercial fertilisers. Best of all, compost is cheap. You can make it without spending a cent. Compost in your garden improves its soil structure, texture, and aeration, and increases the soil’s water-holding capacity. It’s also a great way of getting rid of your kitchen scraps and garden waste.

Our presenters, Errol Wood and David Grantham, will cover:

  • Getting started – it’s easier than you think!
  • How to construct a compost heap – the options
  • Which materials may (or should not) be composted?
  • Moisture requirements for efficient composting
  • The pros and cons of ‘cool’ or ‘hot’ composting
  • The “Bokashi option”

Contact Lincoln Community Gardens

021 074 3905

Lincoln Envirotown Community Gardens. The gardens are located behind the maternity hospital, please park on the street.

35 James Street
Lincoln, 7608 New Zealand + Google Map
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ReDiscover Repair Cafe

August 10 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Free

Join Us at our Repair Café!

Do you have a toaster that’s lost its spark?  Is your bicycle gathering dust in the garage? Don’t toss them out just yet! 

We’re excited to announce a Repair Café event, where we’re giving new life to your ageing or broken items.

We aim to have skilled volunteers on hand to help repair a variety of items, from bikes to electronics, clothing to household appliances, and more. Here’s what we’ve got so far:

  • Electrical & Electronics including, Household Appliances: The appliance specialists from Ecotech Services and Molten Media will be able to assist.
  • Bicycle repairs by the expert from Fix ur Ride.
  • Clothing: Our talented volunteer seamstresses will mend your favourite garments.
  • General Repairs: If it’s broken, we’ll do our best to fix it!
  • Scissor and Knife Sharpening, from Selwyn Knife & Blades
REGISTER

Please Register: To help us help you, please register for this free event. Provide a brief description of the issue and the item(s) you need repairing. This way, our volunteer repairers can come prepared with the right tools and parts.  We would appreciate it if items are brought in no later than 1 PM to give our repairers time to take a look.  If you haven’t registered you can still come along on the day.

At our last repair cafe, we achieved 100 successful repairs, including household appliances, clothing, toys, and bicycles coming out of garages and finding their way back to usefulness.  Let’s work together to reduce waste, promote sustainability, and revive your items! We look forward to seeing you at the Repair Café event and giving your belongings a new lease of life.

The next Repair Cafe will be on Saturday 5th October at Te Ara Atea.

Our Volunteers

Ecotech Services

Ecotech Services is a technology repair, recycling, and sales company based in Christchurch.  Alan Liefting, the Managing Director, has over 30 years experience in repairing a wide range of electrical and electronics items. Alan is an experienced technician and registered electrical worker.

Ecotech Services

Molten Media

Molten Media Trust is a registered charity which promotes ethical recycling of electronic equipment and computers with an ultimate goal of zero waste to landfill. They refurbish and sell systems and parts or dismantle and dispose of the component parts diverting 80-90% from landfill.

Molten Media Trust

Fix ur ride

Providing, service, maintenance and assembly to all kind of bikes: mtb, road, big or small, new or old
Esteban is a qualified mechanic with years of experience in bike repairs.

Fix ur Ride

Sewing, General Repairs and Scissor & Knife Sharpening

We also have several volunteers bringing along sewing machines for your fabric repairs.  General repairers and tool sharpening will also be on hand.

This project is not offering professional services. Whilst they have some experience, volunteers are aiming to attempt repairs as they deem them to be possible or to offer advice on the undertaking of professional repairs. The organisers cannot be held liable for any loss, damage or accident arising from the repair process or to the use of the item subsequently.

Contact Lincoln Envirotown Trust

+64 3 423 0445

ReDiscover

Pines Resource Recovery Park
183 Burnham School Road, Burnham, 7677 New Zealand + Google Map
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ReDiscover

The Selwyn Timebank will be heading to the ReDiscover Hub (Pines Resource Recovery Park) again towards the end of July (after the July school holidays). Please email selwyntimebank@gmail.com if interested and we can work out a day/time that suits.

July 22 @ 9:00 am – July 26 @ 5:00 pm

ReDiscover run workshops during the week, which are fantastic to attend!

Selwyn Timebank

03 423 0456

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ReDiscover

Pines Resource Recovery Park
183 Burnham School Road, Burnham, 7677 New Zealand + Google Map
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Waste Art Competition & Exhibition – A Celebration of Creativity and the Environment

Waste Art Competition & Exhibition

Art the Challenges the Way We Look at Waste

The exhibition, held at Te Ara Ātea, showcased all entries to the 2023 Selwyn High Schools’ Waste Art Competition. The exhibits were on display over a weekend in August 2023. Our thanks go to the staff of Te Ara Atea for their excellent hosting.

This exciting and enjoyable competition, first launched in 2021, is open to all rangatahi from year 7 to 13, not just those attending high school. The event runs biennially, so keep an eye out for the competition in 2025. The 2021 competition’s overall winner was titled “From Bags to Riches” – a dress crafted from repurposed feed bags and bailing twine. Other notable works included an R2D2 sculpture constructed from a used gas cylinder and various pieces incorporating materials destined for landfills. All entries exhibited remarkable creativity and were deservedly recognised with prizes.

The 2023 exhibition maintained the high standard set by its predecessor, presenting the judges with the challenging task of determining category and overall winners, as well as merit award recipients.

Whakamihi to all the artists for their mahi and originality.

2023 Winners:

Overall Winner: Grace Anongngos and Ingrid Aquino for their entry “The Forest Station.”

High School Winner: Kathryn McKenzie’s entry “Wastey the Hedgehog.”

Intermediate Winner: Lachie Smolenski with “Reined In.”

Merit Award Recipients:

  • Susanna Tully – “Salvage Style Dress”
  • Eleanor Jack and Brooke Wendelken – “Blue Sky Stays Bright”
  • Bharya Malhotka – “Sword Of Sapphires”
  • Eileen Liu – “Eco Friendly Headwear”

A Few Photos from the Exhibition

Candy Wrapper Catwalk

Silvia Hector

    Wastey the Hedgehog

    Kathryn McKenzie

      Recycled Paper Playing Cards

      Josh Aubrey

        Sword Of Sapphires

        Bharya Malhotka

          Salvage Style Dress

          Susanna Tully

            Coconut Shell Plant Pots

            Sanura Lokuliyanage

              ReDiscover

              We have been invited to a workshop at the Rediscover Education Centre in Burnham this month (March). They run workshops during the week, which are fantastic to attend! Get in touch with Fiona if you are interested in attending using the contact details below and she will give you full details including date and time.

              Selwyn Timebank

              03 423 0456

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              ReDiscover

              Pines Resource Recovery Park
              183 Burnham School Road, Burnham, 7677 New Zealand               + Google Map
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              Repair Cafe

              October 28 @ 10:30 am – 1:30 pm

              Free

              🛠️ Join Us at the FREE Repair Café! 🛠️

              Is your bicycle gathering dust in the garage? Do you have a toaster that’s lost its spark? Don’t toss them out just yet! We’re excited to announce our Repair Café event at Te Ara Atea, where we’re giving new life to your ageing or broken items.Our skilled volunteers will be on hand to help repair a variety of items, from bikes to electronics, clothing to household appliances, and more.

              Here’s what we’re planning:

               🚲 Bicycle repairs by the expert from Fix ur Ride.

              💻 Computers by TechMate: Bring your computer-related issues for diagnosis and solutions.

              🔌 Electrical & Electronics including, Household Appliances: The appliance specialists from Ecotech Services and Molten Media will be able to assist.

              👚 Clothing: Our talented volunteer seamstresses will mend your favourite garments.

              💍 Jewellery repairs to bring your favourite pieces back to life.

              🛠️ General Repairs: If it’s broken, we’ll do our best to fix it!

              Please Register:

              To help us help you, please register for this free event. Provide a brief description of the issue and the item(s) you need repairing. This way, our volunteer repairers can come prepared with the right tools and parts. We would appreciate it if items are brought in no later than 1 PM to give our repairers time to take a look. If you haven’t registered you can still come along on the day.

              Register Now

              Last time, we achieved 100 successful repairs, including household appliances, clothing, toys, and bicycles coming out of garages and finding their way back to usefulness.

              Let’s work together to reduce waste, promote sustainability, and revive your items!

              We look forward to seeing you at the Repair Café event and giving your belongings a new lease of life.

              This project is not offering professional services. Whilst they have some experience, volunteers are aiming to attempt repairs as they deem them to be possible or to offer advice on the undertaking of professional repairs. Lincoln Envirotown Trust cannot be held liable for any loss, damage or accident arising from the repair process or to the use of the item subsequently.

              🖥️ TechMate: Repair & Rehome


              TechMate will not only be providing repairs for your computers, but we’re excited to introduce a special initiative – Donation & Rehoming.

              TechMate will also be collecting pre-loved laptops for repair and delivery to deserving causes. If you have an unused laptop or know someone who does, consider contributing to this wonderful cause. Let’s give these devices a second life where they can make a difference!

              Important Details:

              🔒 Data Privacy. Rest assured, all donated devices will be wiped clean of any data. Please remember to back up any information you want to keep before handing it over.

              ⌛ Device Age. We’re primarily seeking laptops that are no older than seven years old.

              💻 Laptop Donations: Currently, we are only accepting laptops. If you have one that’s looking for a new home, bring it to us.

              📋 Leave Your Details: If you choose to donate, leave your contact information with TechMate. They’ll keep you in the loop about what happens with your device, so you can follow its journey to a new purpose.

              Join us in making a positive impact through technology. 🌟

              Our Volunteers

              Ecotech Services

              Ecotech Services is a technology repair, recycling, and sales company based in Christchurch.  Alan Liefting, the Managing Director, has over 30 years experience in repairing a wide range of electrical and electronics items. Alan is an experienced technician and registered electrical worker.

              Ecotech Services Ltd.

              Fix ur ride

              Providing, service, maintenance and assembly to all kind of bikes: mtb, road, big or small, new or old
              Esteban is a qualified mechanic with years of experience in bike repairs.

              Fix ur ride

              Molten Media

              Molten Media Trust is a registered charity which promotes ethical recycling of electronic equipment and computers with an ultimate goal of zero waste to landfill.
              We refurbish and sell systems and parts or dismantle and dispose of the component parts diverting 80-90% from landfill.

              Molten Media

              TechMate

              TechMate is dedicated to closing the digital divide by helping those who have found themselves left behind by technology. We help people keep their devices running by offering basic device repairs for free and donate second-hand laptops to those who need them. Ensuring that devices stay out of landfill and can be useful for years to come. We also do free one-on-one learning sessions for those looking to learn more about using phones, laptops or anything technology-related. In addition to doing our best to help.

              TechMate

              Workspace Studios

              They have been providing classes and support for jewellers and makers across Aotearoa for 19 years. Their workshops strive to be environmentally friendly, keeping processes as sustainable as possible and constantly looking for ways to improve. Dedicated to using recycled metals, ethical gems, and working with minimal plastic use. 

              Workspace Studios

              Sewing & General Repairs

              We also have several volunteers bringing along sewing machines for your fabric repairs.

              General repairers will also be on hand with volunteers from the Men’s Shed.

              Contact Lincoln Envirotown Trust

              +64 3 423 0445

              Te Ara Ātea

              56 Tennyson Street
              Rolleston, 7614 New Zealand               + Google Map
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              Keep New Zealand Beautiful

              September 12 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

              Free

              We will again be joined by Waterwatch, Wai Kaitiaki to test the water in the Liffey Stream in Lincoln.  The event, is organised with local schools (Pre-school and High School) and each group had its own set of activities all aimed at maintaining an awareness of keeping our environment as pristine as possible.

              Kidsfirst Lincoln set about picking up as much rubbish as could be found on the domain surrounding the upper Liffey River. The rubbish collected is then carefully sorted into yellow, green or red buckets.

              The High School Group assess the water quality by collecting water from the river and seeing what tiny living creatures are there (indicator invertebrates).  They are also shown how to test water health by measuring oxygen levels with the equipment and expertise provided by Waterwatch. The results of this more elaborate testing on the river water, will be published on our website.

              Whilst all the activities are pursued with enthusiasm and interest, it is fair to say that the most interest and enthusiasm is reserved for the lunch provided afterwards, which is very much enjoyed after everyone had endeavored, in their own small way, to keep a part of New Zealand beautiful.

              Contact Lincoln Envirotown Trust

              +64 3 423 0445

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              Selwyn Schools’ Waste Art Exhibition

              August 26 @ 10:00 am – August 27 @ 4:00 pm

              Free

              An art exhibition that will challenge the way we look at waste.

              About this event

              All art pieces from this year’s Selwyn Schools’ Waste Art Competition will be showcased. The exhibits will be open for viewing from 10 am on Saturday, August 26th, and will continue to be free to view until after the awards ceremony, which will take place on Sunday, August 27th at 1 pm.

              We are honoured to have Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall join us in celebrating all entries. Deputy Mayor Lyall will present the awards at 1 pm on Sunday, recognising the talents of our artistic students that have transformed waste into exceptional artworks.

              This exciting and enjoyable competition, launched in 2021, has had an outstanding response with over thirty incredible artworks displayed last year of an exceptional standard. We’re excited and hope to see the same level of enthusiasm and excellence this year.

              For our talented young artists, this competition isn’t just an opportunity to showcase their skills—it’s a chance to make a difference. Each piece tells a story of transformation, whilst also giving insight into the different views on household waste.

              We extend an invitation to all to come and view some wonderful and interesting art over the weekend. You can be part of an event that not only redefines waste but also makes us think about our impact on the world around us.  

              See you at the exhibition!

              Mihi Dave, Chair. Lincoln Envirotown Trust

              Contact Lincoln Envirotown Trust

              +64 3 423 0445

              Te Ara Ātea

              56 Tennyson Street
              Rolleston, 7614 New Zealand               + Google Map
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              Selwyn Schools’ Waste Art Competition

              Free

              Competition and art exhibition that will challenge the way we look at waste.

              February 21 @ 9:00 am – August 14 @ 5:00 pm

              About this event

              Create a piece of art assembled or constructed from previously used materials which otherwise would have likely gone to landfill, the artwork is aimed at making us re-consider our views on rubbish and reusing. 

              The competition is open to any individual or pair (not group entries) of artists who is High School or Intermediate age (Year 7-13) attending school in Selwyn or home schooling in the Selwyn District.

              Awards & Prizes

              Every entrant receives a prize but the aim of the competition is centred around our young people enjoying their artwork and re-thinking the issue of waste and our environment.  Prizes are awarded for first, second and third place, there is also a category prize for best High School and Intermediate entry. We are happy to say that we have been able to match the high value of prizes provided in previous years.

              The awards will take place at 1pm on Sunday 27th August and will be presented by Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall.  All entries will be taken to be displayed at Te Ara Ātea, Rolleston from 3pm on Friday 25th August and remain on public display until 4pm Sunday 27th August 2023.   

              How to Enter

              Please register your entry by 5pm on Monday 14th August 2022 by downloading the below information pack, completing and returning the Entry Form on page 3.  

              PDF Information Pack (includes entry form)

              MS Word Information Pack (includes entry form)

              Contact Lincoln Envirotown Trust

              +64 3 423 0445

              Te Ara Ātea

              56 Tennyson Street
              Rolleston, 7614 New Zealand               + Google Map
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              Waste Art Exhibition & Awards

              August 13 @ 10:00 am – August 14 @ 4:00 pm

              Free

              Art exhibition that will challenge the way we look at waste.

              About this event
              On display will be all the entries to this years Selwyn High Schools’ Waste Art Competition.

              The exhibits will be on show from 10am on Saturday 13 August until 4pm Sunday 14 August. We are grateful to Deputy Mayor Malcolm Lyall; who will be presenting the awards at 1pm on Saturday.

              This event was first held last year and exhibited a genuine concern for the issue of Waste along with high standards of work. It has been a difficult year for schools and students but a pleasing number of them have taken the time to complete projects that will showcase their alternative view of “rubbish” in Art form. “From Bags to Riches” was the imaginative title of piece of art which won 2021’s Waste Art Competition. A dress which led a field of 22 entries was made from used feed bags and bailing twine. We also had an R2D2 constructed from a used gas cylinder and offerings using all sorts of so-called waste materials destined for landfill.

              Contact Lincoln Envirotown Trust

              +64 3 423 0445

              Te Ara Ātea

              56 Tennyson Street
              Rolleston, 7614 New Zealand               + Google Map
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