Community Planting Day: Uru Harakeke at Philomel Reserve
Sat, 04 Jul
|Philomel Reserve
Celebrate Matariki by coming together as a community to plant harakeke and other native plants. Let's support the local raranga rōpū and encourage native wildlife! (This event is Matariki Planting Day 3 of 4!)
Time & Location
04 Jul 2026, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Philomel Reserve, 48 Egremont Street, Bayswater, Auckland 0622, New Zealand
About the event
Nau mai, haere mai to the second community tree planting of the Matariki season! ✨
🦎 This is a special Uru Harakeke planting, meaning intentional planting of different varieties of beautiful harakeke to establish a site for local raranga weavers to cherish and utilise.
🌱 We will also be planting other varieties of native species to support the existing reserve. Bring your whānau, friends or neighbours and connect to the local environment.
📍 Entrance to the reserve is between 46 & 48 Egremont Street, Belmont. Look out for the RTH flag & a group of enthusiastic volunteers! 😁
🍪 You are warmly invited for a nourishing lunch at the local marae following the planting, and we encourage bringing a plate of kai to share.
🌱 Dress responsibly with closed-toe shoes and warm clothing! If you have gloves or a spade, feel free to bring them along - RTH can provide…