We’re really excited for this years line up of bands, speakers, workshops, delicious food & stalls. We’re on the countdown. It’s going to be a blast. Hope you can make it. Buy your tickets here. Click here to volunteer.
Category: Events
AGM 14th August 3pm Speaker: Prof Simon Thrush
Free refreshments.

Cruisy Sunday afternoon launch of Robin Kelly’s new album Shadowman
Join us for a cruisy Sunday afternoon of live music. We will be celebrating the launching of Robin Kelly’s new album, “Shadowman” with musicians Sonia Wilson and Nigel Gavin. Catch up with one of the members of Friends of Okura Bush at their stand and get an update of the restoration work that is being done in the area. See…

Pest Plant Workshops November and December
Community Parks Plant pests (weeds) pose significant threat to our native flora and fauna. If you would like to learn more about how to identify and control weeds in your local park or backyard, please join us at one of our FREE upcoming workshops:

Planting Day 8th August 2021
It’s that time of the year again and we have 2000 native trees to plant! This planting day is dedicated to Peter Buckley who recently passed away. He gave so generously to looking after this special area and to the community. He will be remembered fondly and sorely missed. Where: Meet at 1A Duck Creek Road, Stillwater. We have two…

2020 Annual General Meeting Sunday 18th October
Now that Covid restrictions have been much reduced, Friends of Okura Bush can once again warmly welcome you to their Annual General Meeting. A short meeting reporting back on activities and achievements over the past year will be followed by an address by eminent ecologist, Dr Jacqueline Beggs.

FOOB Planting Day 9th August 2020
Come and help us make a difference. Join in our planting day on Sunday 9th August from 10am till 12pm. Refreshments will be served.

Wilderness Connecton Day 21st March 2020
Guided ecology walks, forest restoration, kai & live music! Come along and learn about how we can protect our last remaining wild places. This is a day to gain a deeper understanding of our natural world and the steps we can take to restore and protect it. However, the information provided is not specific to the local area, so all…

AGM 12th August 3.30pm & Kauri Discussion Panel
Friends of Okura Bush invite you to join everyone who is interested in the future survival of the Okura Bush, the surrounding natural areas and kauri tree health. This event is an opportunity to learn more about the current situation of Kauri as well as catch up with and support the work of the society. There will be a panel…
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