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SOLD OUT: Shooting the Stars Wainuiomata

  • Date 10 Jul 2026
  • Location Wainuiomata Regional Park
  • Duration 3 hours
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Baring Head/Ōrua-pouanui Community Planting Day

  • Date 12 Jul 2026
  • Location East Harbour Regional Park

Belmont Regional Park Community Planting Day 2026

  • Date 18 Jul 2026
  • Location Stratton Street, Belmont Regional Park
  • Duration 2 hours