Greater Green Island Community

16/06/2026

🌱 Growing the next generation of environmental champions! 🌱

Twenty-five enthusiastic tamariki from Years 4–6 at St Peter Chanel School recently took part in a hands-on planting and education day with Loveday from the Ōtokia Creek Trust.

The students learned about native trees, seed growth, and the importance of restoring local waterways before getting stuck into practical activities including sowing seeds, identifying native plants, and re-potting seedlings destined for the Ōtokia Creek reforestation project.

One of the biggest highlights came when the children discovered the project has already planted 22,000 trees – and that the seeds they planted could help add another 200 in the future. 🌳

With plenty of curiosity, enthusiasm, and muddy hands, the tamariki embraced the opportunity to contribute to an important local conservation project and learn more about caring for the environment.

📖 Read more in the June Informer newsletter:https://asset.turboweb.co.nz/186/file/n325how0c4h3xlgk74mx/June%202026%20Informer.pdf

Ōtokia Creek and Marsh Habitat Trust

15/06/2026

💥 Housie at Fairfield Bowling Club 💥

Looking for a fun afternoon out?
Why not join the friendly crowd at Fairfield Bowling Club for a game of Housie.

There are great prizes up for grabs, a multi-draw raffle, and a Super House that must be won on the day. Plus, tea, coffee and bar facilities are available.

📍 84 Main Road, Fairfield
🕜 Every second Tuesday at 1.30pm
👥 Everyone welcome

Come along, bring a friend, and enjoy an afternoon of laughs, good company, and a bit of friendly competition! 🎉

15/06/2026

Save the date!

15/06/2026

See you tomorrow 😀

13/06/2026

💚 14-20 June is National Volunteer Week & it's the perfect time to give a shout out to the incredible people who help make our Greater Green Island Community Network what it is.

Our volunteers play a vital role in so many ways. From helping at Market Day and The Get Together, to supporting events through our Youth Action Group, and delivering the Informer newsletter, their time and dedication help keep our community connected.

Every event supported, every newsletter delivered, and every hour volunteered makes a real difference. We are incredibly grateful for the generosity, enthusiasm, and community spirit of all our volunteers.

Thank you for everything you do – Greater Green Island is a stronger, more connected community because of you. 💚

Want to get involved? 🤩
Send us an email: [email protected]

12/06/2026

Join us next Tuesday.

11/06/2026

https://greatergreenisland.nz/projects/youth-action-group

The Greater Green Island Youth Action Group members hosted a Talent Show on 23 May for Youth Week 2026 (18-24 May 2026).  This year's theme for Youth Week was  “Our voices matter! We deserve to be heard/ Taringa whakarongo! Ki te reo o ngā taiohi!”

11/06/2026

10/06/2026

🌟 You're Invited! Recreate NZ Information Evening – Coming to Dunedin! 🌟

Recreate provides life-changing recreation, social, education and adventure programmes for young people aged 10–35 with intellectual disabilities and neurodiversity.
From movie nights and weekend getaways to outdoor adventures and life-skills programmes, we're all about building confidence, friendships and unforgettable experiences.

Come along to our FREE Information Evening to learn more about:
✅ Who Recreate supports
✅ Our programmes and activities
✅ Funding and payment options
✅ How to get involved
✅ Meet the team and ask questions

📅 Monday 15 June
⏰ 6.30pm – 7.30pm
📍 Te Whānau Arohanui Hall, 137 Victoria Road, St Clair

Whether you're a potential participant, parent, caregiver, whānau member, support worker or simply interested in learning more, everyone is welcome.

Please RSVP:
📧 [email protected]
📱 021 198 1578

10/06/2026

Thanks to everyone who took part in the community survey last year. The results of this have been collated and are being analysed. These will be used to help inform future planning and priorities for Greater Green Island Community Network. Watch this space!