Community Events
Community garden working bees, farmers markets, festivals.
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Events Listed Below:
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North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
Organics Unearthed
Creating a Permaculture FOOD FOREST - April 17th, Musselburgh, Dunedin. Proud to be part of the 2025 WILD DUNEDIN FESTIVAL - Ōtepoti Dunedin Rocks!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Local Growers Hui
Local Growers Hui
Join us for a fun and informative weekend of community building for market gardeners.
Tickets are limited
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This hui is for both established commercial growers and aspiring growers to get together and share in the challenges and successes of growing for our communities. This can be difficult mahi, but it is rewarding. Let's come together to figure out how to make growing easier and more productive.
SCAN Public Presentation
You're Invited! 🌱
Join Seniors Climate Action Network for our next free public presentation, showcasing inspiring local work towards a more sustainable future.
🗣️ Guest Speaker: Robyn Zink
🌍 Organisation: Our Food Network Ōtepoti
🕛 When: Monday 28th April, 12 noon – 1 pm
📍 Where: Dunedin Public Library, Dunningham Suite (4th Floor)
Topic:
Food is not just a necessity or a basic human right—it’s how we connect with each other and the environment. Our Food Network Ōtepoti is building healthier, more resilient communities through stronger local food systems.
Come learn about their amazing work and how you can be part of creating a food system that works for everyone! 💚
👉 All welcome – bring a friend!
Let’s grow a better future together 🌿
#SustainableFuture #LocalFoodSystems #DunedinEvents #ClimateAction #OurFoodNetwork #CommunityMatters
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
2025 Community Fruit Harvest Festival
You’re invited to the Community Fruit Harvest Dunedin Harvest Festival! Come help us celebrate the success of another season, recognising our fruit owners, volunteers and recipients.
Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 27th, from 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM at the North East Valley School Hall for a day of fun, food, and festivities! Celebrate the season with a variety of activities including:
Community & Market Stalls
BBQ & Food Trucks
Workshops & Live Music
Family Fun & Competitions
Spot Prizes & Apple Pressing
Seed Swap & Coffee
Kids activities
This is a zero waste event, so please bring your own keep-cups and empty juice bottles to fill with freshly pressed apple juice for just $2 per litre. Don’t miss the free crop swap happening right after the festival, from 3:00 to 4:00 PM!
Want to get involved? More details listed below! Check out the Facebook Event Page.
Organics Unearthed
INTERACTIVE TALK: Underground Friends Rock! April 22. KIDS FREE. Proud to be part of the 2025 WILD DUNEDIN FESTIVAL - Ōtepoti Dunedin Rocks!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Organics Unearthed
Creating a Permaculture FOOD FOREST - April 17th, Musselburgh, Dunedin. Proud to be part of the 2025 WILD DUNEDIN FESTIVAL - Ōtepoti Dunedin Rocks!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Refurbishment Working Bee
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
Wild Dunedin
Get ready to rock your socks off and immerse yourself in our incredible natural environment at Wild Dunedin 2025 - New Zealand’s premier Festival of Nature!
This year’s theme celebrates the fascinating story of our unique geology. From rugged coastlines to ancient volcanic landscapes, the Otago environment tells a tale millions of years in the making—and this is your chance to explore it! But it’s not all about rocks – there’s plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with your favourite local wildlife.
Starting on April 11 and closing on Earth Day, April 22, the festival includes a wide range of fun and educational events for all ages. Whether you’re a budding geologist, a wildlife enthusiast, or just curious about nature’s wonders, there’s something for everyone.
Join us for guided walks, family-friendly workshops, interactive talks, wild dining events, and more. Wild Dunedin isn’t just a festival; it’s a community coming together to support and preserve nature. So, put it in your diary, tell all your friends, and let’s get ready to ROCK!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
OFN Growing Stronger Together Hui
Please join us for yet another thought provoking and inspiring Hui titled:
Growing Stronger Together: Planning A Resilient Food Future
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming hui on Food Resilience focused on navigating positive change by Our Food Network. This gathering will bring together community members, local organisations, local food producers, and experts to collaborate on innovative solutions to strengthen food systems in our area.
Date: 30/03/2025
Time: 1pm -3pm
Location: 45 Maori Rd (Southern Youth Development)
In this hui, we will explore ways to develop actionable plans and initiatives to build a more sustainable, equitable, and resilient food system for our community based on ideas generated in 2024, piecing the puzzle together.
Key Highlights:
Expert insights on strategies for food resilience challenges and solutions.
Collaborative discussions on innovative ideas for strengthening local food systems.
Breakout sessions focused on practical actions we can take today.
Opportunities to network with community leaders, local producers, and policymakers.
Whether you are passionate about food sovereignty, local production, or simply ensuring that we have a sustainable food future, your voice and input are crucial. This is a chance to turn our collective ideas into concrete actions that can make a real difference.
Contact us at ourfoodnetwork@gmail.com for more information.
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Donation
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
Organics Unearthed - Free Composting Workshop
Free Composting Workshops - Feb-May.
Contact Michelle to join the waitlist!
Michelle Ritchie
029 7710 212
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Donation
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Donation
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
South Dunedin Street Festival
The next street festival takes place on Saturday 8th of March 2025!
If you’d like to be involved in any way as an organiser, as an organisation, or as a performer/participant or volunteer, please contact us at streetfestival@southd.org.nz
If you would like to register a stall please use this following link:
South Dunedin Street Festival – South Dunedin Street Festival
North East Valley Community Garden
Are you a keen gardener and want to share your knowledge and skills?
Or are you new to gardening and want to learn more?
Keen to connect with others and get involved in your local community?
Nau mai, haere mai!
New people always welcome at the North East Valley Community Garden! No experience necessary.
Bring your enthusiasm and a passion for learning !
See you at the NEV Community Garden on the field above the North East Valley Normal School, 248 North Road, Dunedin.
Give To Grow: Tool Donation
On the second Saturday of each month, we run a tool refurbishment working bee from 11am-2pm, in order to get tools in a good working order before they are distributed to new owners. Everyone welcome!
Organics Unearthed - Free Composting Workshop
Free Composting Workshops - Feb-May.
Contact Michelle to join the waitlist!
Michelle Ritchie
029 7710 212
Shetland Street Community Garden Working Session
Regular work sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am till 3pm all year round. All welcome.
Shetland Street Community Garden Working Session
Regular work sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am till 3pm all year round. All welcome.
North East Valley Crop Swaps!
Join us in the Fred Hollows Room at the Valley Project for our inaugural NEV Crop Swap!
Bring your excess garden produce or kitchen wares:
- fresh baking, homemade dips, relishes or jams
- pickles, preserves, sourdough or kombucha starters
- seeds, seedlings, bulbs, plants, cuttings or fresh flowers
- eggs or homemade cheeses
- honey
- gardening books, planting guides or cook books
- excess garden produce or herbs
- bottling jars, egg cartons ....
so many possibilities for sharing!
We come together as a connected, resilient and supportive community to share what we have and learn from one another.
Bring your curiosity for growing or producing healthy, local kai.
Everything is free. No money exchanges hands. We give generously and take mindfully.
Each person takes home anything they bring that is left over at the end of the crop swap.
This is the first of three monthly crop swaps happening from 3-4pm on the last Sunday of the month, at the Valley Project.
Next two will be Sunday 30 March and Sunday 27 April.
See you there!
Contact community@northeastvalley.org or give us a call on (03) 473 8614 if need more info.
Shetland Street Community Garden Working Session
Regular work sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am till 3pm all year round. All welcome.
Shetland Street Community Garden Working Session
Regular work sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am till 3pm all year round. All welcome.
Organics Unearthed - Free Composting Workshop
Free Composting Workshops - Feb-May.
Contact Michelle to join the waitlist!
Michelle Ritchie
029 7710 212
Shetland Street Community Garden Working Session
Regular work sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am till 3pm all year round. All welcome.