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Upcoming conservation volunteer events in the community

The Team from The Whau River Catchment Trust

Hi friends and neighbours of The Whau River Catchment Trust.

We have open free community events coming up in the next 2 weeks. These events will be focusing on the restoration of our community. We hope to see you all there.
Upcoming events that we have this month include:

• Native plant nursery workshop. On Tuesday the 5th of April. At Block House Bay Recreational Reserve – From 10-12

• Mulching at Block House Bay recreational Reserve. On Sunday the 10th of April. From 10-12.

• Native plant nursery workshop. On Tuesday the 12th of April. At Block House Bay Recreational Reserve – From 10-12

• Mulching at Block House Bay Recreational Reserve. On Saturday the 16th of April. From 10-12.

If you have any questions or would like to book a spot email us at - info@whauriver.org.nz

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