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Come along to a fun family event with our #project Come along to a fun family event with our #projecttwinstreams team from @tewaipunapuawai to celebrate Matariki ✨ in Rānui on Wednesday! Lots of creative cool activities for the whole whānau & free hangi pack giveaways. We’d love to see you there!!
Volunteers from @walshtrust look after a few key s Volunteers from @walshtrust look after a few key spots in our #projecttwinstreams areas, including weeding at our pā harakeke & all sorts of mahi at our Millbrook Edible Garden in Henderson. At their latest visit they didn’t just tend their own beds, they also weeded plots belonging to other gardeners. The sun was shining, the tools were out & by the end of the day the whole garden was looking fantastic! 👏 P.S There’s a new way to connect with the Millbrook Edible Garden community: find out what’s happening in the garden, hear about upcoming events and get involved in growing fresh kai by following the brand new Millbrook Edible Garden Facebook page - link in bio 🔗
Bronwyn (from our PTS team at @communitywaitakere) Bronwyn (from our PTS team at @communitywaitakere) and Natasha (from our PTS team at @mphscommunity) recently hosted the Waitākere Free Rangers homeschool group for an inspiring education session at Henderson Park. Together with a large group of learners ranging in age from 5-16, they explored beautiful Ōpanuku awa, investigating what lives beneath the surface & tested water quality to learn how healthy the stream is & discussed how to help it thrive. Students and whānau were excited to discover that the awa provides a good habitat for freshwater creatures, including the inanga that they spotted. “It was great to have such a practical experience in the environment that we were learning about. The children loved testing the water quality and looking at the macroinvertebrates.” — Renda Warner 💌 Check out our latest e-newsletter to see more of the amazing mahi our team is doing – link in bio 🔗
Pop along to this & say hi 👋 to our #projecttwi Pop along to this & say hi 👋 to our #projecttwinstreams team who will be there giving away native trees! Come and get one for your garden and have a chat 💚💚💚 More info at the link 🔗 in bio…
We’re continuing to care for a large planting of We’re continuing to care for a large planting of native seedlings at Oratia Esplanade as part of a specific restoration effort we began in August 2024. A big thank you to the team from @bunningsnz New Lynn who helped out our #projecttwinstreams team from @mphscommunity on site with weeding & tending to the seedlings. They also generously donated vegetable plants for our #projecttwinstreams Millbrook Edible Garden & four slimline tables for our community groups—thanks team @bunningsnz ! Shoutout to Shontel, their Activities Organiser, and to our awesome regular volunteers from @walshtrust who rolled up their sleeves alongside us 💚
—- Volunteer Spotlight —- Meet Ben Jones, one —- Volunteer Spotlight —- Meet Ben Jones, one of our superstar volunteers with our #projecttwinstreams team at @ecomatters Over many months Ben has generously given his time 3–5 days a week, helping with everything from GIS surveys to educating students about their local stream & the environment. He’s passionate about protecting our waterways & restoring the mauri of our ecosystems. A Civil & Environmental Engineering graduate from the @universityofauckland Ben is looking to apply his skills professionally. Keen to connect or know of any opportunities? Reach out via @benjamin__jones 🌞
Thanks to everyone who joined our recent Glen Eden Thanks to everyone who joined our recent Glen Eden Stream Walk & Talk on a gorgeous sunny morning 🌞 to learn more about the Waikumete stream. Our hardworking #ProjectTwinStreams team at @ecomatters has been collaborating with community on restoring the stream at Ōkaurirahi for more than 15 years! We loved sharing our favourite spots & chatting about local history, native plants and stream life. A highlight was looking at a 1969 photo of the clay pit at Ceramco Park – swipe to see 👉🏽– from the spot where the photo may have been taken. Big thanks to participant Jenn for the great pics and to Waitākere Ranges Local Board for their support. This guided walk was part of @ecofest_auckland – on until 22 April. Find out about upcoming events at www.ecofest.org.nz
Year 10 students from West Auckland Middle School Year 10 students from West Auckland Middle School have kicked off their Waicare stream water testing with our #projecttwinstreams team from @mphscommunity. Ōpanuku Stream (by the Corban Estate bridge) finds of the day: ✔️ Macro invertebrates spotted – boatmen, shrimps, amphipods & rounded snails ✔️ Water clarity reading: 65cm ✔️ Dissolved oxygen testing in action
—- Learning to be Kaitiaki of Our Streams —- —- Learning to be Kaitiaki of Our Streams —- After working on their pepeha with @tekawerauamaki, tamariki from Glen Eden Primary have been out exploring their local awa with our #ProjectTwinStreams team at @ecomatters – Pam and Alanah & volunteer Ben. At Lucinda Community Orchard alongside the awa, their hands-on learning included: ✅ Why healthy streams matter & how we can help ✅ Testing water quality & understanding erosion ✅ Identifying weeds & the importance of mulching ✅ Bringing their pepeha to life by locating their awa in their community *What did they discover?* 🌡️ Temperature matters – if the water’s too warm, fish can’t survive. 👀 Clarity & chemicals - we can check if the stream is healthy or under stress. 🐠 Fish are key indicators – finding them means a healthier stream. 🌫️ Sediment in water is like smoke in the air – fish can’t breathe properly. 🗑️ Rubbish & pollution – everything on the ground can end up in our waterways. We only want rain in the stream! ☔ This was more than just learning - it was about feeling, experiencing & becoming kaitiaki of our waterways. As Pam from @ecomatters said, “It’s not just saying the word awa in their pepeha; it’s about learning how to genuinely care for our awa.” 💙
Today we farewell someone who has made an enormous Today we farewell someone who has made an enormous contribution to #ProjectTwinStreams for nearly two decades! Simon Grant, from our PTS team at @communitywaitakere, is moving to the South Island. From his early days as a riparian coordinator to his environmental roles across @aklcouncil, @thomasconsultantsltd, Weed Free Trust, @ecomatters & @communitywaitakere, Simon has been a great supporter of PTS. His impact reaches far beyond the streams — many years of collaboration with various schools, community groups, contractors, and especially his dedicated work with students & adults with diverse learning abilities, has left a lasting legacy. Thank you, Simon, for your commitment, care and the deep connections that you built. You will be missed! 💚
—- Awa Clean Up at Rānui Gardens —- Come alo —- Awa Clean Up at Rānui Gardens —- Come along tomorrow and join our #projecttwinstreams team from @tewaipunapuawai & some hard working tamariki from Rānui Primary to restore & protect one of your local streams 💚 This is a great chance to connect with nature, get your hands dirty & make a real difference for Rānui’s future. Tomorrow – Wednesday 12th March From – 1pm - 3pm At – 22 Marinich Drive, Rānui Light refreshments provided. Bring your whānau & friends – all welcome!!
—- Join us this Saturday —- @mphscommunity Wh —- Join us this Saturday —- @mphscommunity Whānau Fun Day is coming up on Saturday from 1-4pm at Hubwest (27 Corban Ave) & we’ll be there too! There’s lots of fun to be had: 💚 Climbing wall 🎭 Face painting 🏰 Bouncy castle 🎶 Entertainment ♻️ Free pre-loved clothing Plus, come say hi 👋 to Natasha & Esteban from our #ProjectTwinStreams team at @mphscommunity. Check out some of the incredible creatures living in your local stream & learn how you can help protect them. See you there!
—- Glen Eden Stream Walk & Talk —- Pop this w —- Glen Eden Stream Walk & Talk —- Pop this whānau-friendly event on April 5th in your diaries! Join our free guided walk, part of @ecofest_auckland, along the Waikumete Stream at Ōkaurirahi / Kaurilands Domain & Ceramco Park. * When: Saturday 5 April * From: 10am-12 noon * Meet at Atkinson Road carpark, Ōkaurirahi / Kaurilands Domain ready to start at 10 Come & explore and be inspired by Project Twin Streams Glen Eden! Your walk will be led by @ecomatters stream rangers Pam & Alanah who’ve been restoring this stream with the community as part of #projecttwinstreams for more than 15 years. We’ll head off the beaten track to discover native plants, hidden scenic spots & community art while learning about the history and ecology of this special area. - Whānau-friendly (kids must be supervised) - Easy walk - No registration needed More details at the link 🔗 in bio! Supported by Waitākere Ranges Local Board
Join Us for a Wetland Weeding Bee! When: this We Join Us for a Wetland Weeding Bee! When: this Wednesday 15th January from 9:30am-12 noon Where: Walkway entrance between 29A & 31 Onedin Place, Titirangi WIRIHANA WETLAND is an important local habitat for kauri, kahikatea, swamp maire and tī kouka, as well as native fish, bugs & birds. As a wetland, not only does it support unique biodiversity but it also improves water quality & helps protect against flooding and erosion. This is a special place and we’d love for you to join our #projecttwinstreams Glen Eden team from @ecomatters on Wednesday to care for beautiful Wirihana Wetland! 💚 We’ll be rescuing native plants from invasive weeds, so come prepared wearing sturdy shoes or gumboots, long pants & shirt and bring your gardening gloves. Happy to help? Come along on Wednesday or contact Pam for more info: pamela@ecomatters.org.nz or 021 308 257
20 Years of Growth: Celebrating PTS! 💚 Our news 20 Years of Growth: Celebrating PTS! 💚 Our newsletter makes for great summer reading – click on the link in bio 🔗 to discover all about our year & our plans for 2025 💚
We love seeing our volunteers thrive! 🌱 Macken We love seeing our volunteers thrive! 🌱 Mackenzie started volunteering with us at #projecttwinstreams over a year ago bringing enthusiasm, hard work & a willingness to learn along with her. Her potential was recognised, leading to a part-time role working in the @ecomatters store & helping coordinate community engagement for Auckland Council’s Shoreline Adaptation Plan consultation. Now she’s beginning an exciting new journey as a Graduate Park Ranger with @aklcouncil Volunteering isn’t just about making a difference - it’s also about building skills and opening doors. 💚 Interested? Check out volunteer opportunities for next year at www.projecttwinstreams.com
A sunny morning at Millbrook Edible Garden last we A sunny morning at Millbrook Edible Garden last week 🌞 Big thanks to our wonderful @walshtrust volunteers who regularly work there with our #projecttwinstreams crew Natasha, Esteban & Semisi from @mphscommunity 🙌 Big shoutout to Jan McIntosh from @organicediblegarden - a kaitiaki of our community garden who has donated many hours of expertise, materials & aroha to the garden plots. Volunteers are always very welcome to help care for this special place: join us Wednesdays & Saturdays at 10am, 100 Millbrook Rd🌻 #CommunityGarden #Kaitiaki #VolunteerLove #westauckland #sustainableliving #makingadifference
At the Community Hīkoi organised by our #projectt At the Community Hīkoi organised by our #projecttwinstreams team from @mphscommunity recently, Jocelin from @tekawerauamaki shared beautiful kōrero about the area along Ōpanuku Stream & created a special connection with both locals and those who had lived here in the past. We were so immersed in the stories, the walk & nature that we only managed to capture this one single photo but it’s a lovely reminder of a day of connection and community 💚
Many thanks to those who participated in our Glen Many thanks to those who participated in our Glen Eden Stream Clean Up! We are so grateful for your efforts. Special mention to the hard working Street Guardians @aucklandcitymission & our amazing #projecttwinstreams team at @ecomatters Pam & Alanah 💚 📸 from: @ecomatters #streamcare #environment #gleneden #workingtogether #environmentcare
Meet the wonderful 💚Pam💚 who will be leading Meet the wonderful 💚Pam💚 who will be leading tomorrow’s stream clean up. Pam is an invaluable member of our #projecttwinstreams Glen Eden team @ecomatters & will be your friendly, welcoming guide as we protect & restore our beautiful Glen Eden waterways together. 📅 When: Thursday 5th Dec from 9.30am-12 noon 📍 Where: Meet at 100 Albionvale Rd ✨ All welcome! ✨
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