For Our Real Clean Environment
Established 2018
Whangārei, Northland
For Our Real Clean Environment is a charitable trust aiming to empower our Whangārei communities to restore the natural environment through environmental and waste minimisation projects. Our vision for the future is to support more solutions to waste which view it as a resource.
Upcoming Events
Sat 21 Feb
01:30 pmRepair Cafe Whangarei: Monthly Fix-it Workshops
🔧 Bring your broken items to the Repair Cafe Whangarei, happening monthly at Reyburn House (17 Reyburn House Lane, Whangārei). Our skilled volunteers will help fix your belongings and reduce waste!When: Monthly on every third Saturday from 1:30pm - 4:00pmRepair skills available: Knitwear and clothing repair (no alterations like resizing or hemming) Heavy duty sewing Tool and knife sharpening Electrical repairs General repairs Woodwork repairs 💰 This is a free service (koha appreciated)Tips for visitors: Bring all necessary parts (remotes, power cords, etc.) Please empty and clean appliances before bringing them No registration required - just turn up! For more information: Contact karen@force.org.nzWhat is a Repair Cafe?🌱 Repair Cafes are community-driven initiatives that bring together skilled volunteers and people with broken items. These free meeting places promote sustainability through repair rather than replacement of everyday objects.The Repair Cafe movement began in Amsterdam in 2009 and has since spread worldwide. In New Zealand, these events have become increasingly popular as communities embrace sustainable practices and reject throwaway culture.Why attend a Repair Cafe? Save money: Get your items fixed for a koha donation instead of buying new Reduce waste: Keep usable items out of landfills Learn skills: Watch repairs being done and pick up valuable knowledge Build community: Connect with like-minded locals who value sustainability Preserve traditions: Help keep repair skills alive in our communities At Repair Cafe Whangarei, volunteers share their skills with the community in a friendly, collaborative environment. The koha system ensures these events remain accessible to everyone while supporting the ongoing operation of this valuable community service.Whether you have clothing with tears, electrical items that aren't working, or tools that need sharpening, the skilled volunteers at Repair Cafe Whangarei can help give your belongings a second life. Not only will you leave with a functioning item, but you'll also contribute to a more sustainable future for Northland.
Whangārei, Northland
Sat 21 Mar
01:30 pmRepair Cafe Whangarei: Monthly Fix-it Workshops
🔧 Bring your broken items to the Repair Cafe Whangarei, happening monthly at Reyburn House (17 Reyburn House Lane, Whangārei). Our skilled volunteers will help fix your belongings and reduce waste!When: Monthly on every third Saturday from 1:30pm - 4:00pmRepair skills available: Knitwear and clothing repair (no alterations like resizing or hemming) Heavy duty sewing Tool and knife sharpening Electrical repairs General repairs Woodwork repairs 💰 This is a free service (koha appreciated)Tips for visitors: Bring all necessary parts (remotes, power cords, etc.) Please empty and clean appliances before bringing them No registration required - just turn up! For more information: Contact karen@force.org.nzWhat is a Repair Cafe?🌱 Repair Cafes are community-driven initiatives that bring together skilled volunteers and people with broken items. These free meeting places promote sustainability through repair rather than replacement of everyday objects.The Repair Cafe movement began in Amsterdam in 2009 and has since spread worldwide. In New Zealand, these events have become increasingly popular as communities embrace sustainable practices and reject throwaway culture.Why attend a Repair Cafe? Save money: Get your items fixed for a koha donation instead of buying new Reduce waste: Keep usable items out of landfills Learn skills: Watch repairs being done and pick up valuable knowledge Build community: Connect with like-minded locals who value sustainability Preserve traditions: Help keep repair skills alive in our communities At Repair Cafe Whangarei, volunteers share their skills with the community in a friendly, collaborative environment. The koha system ensures these events remain accessible to everyone while supporting the ongoing operation of this valuable community service.Whether you have clothing with tears, electrical items that aren't working, or tools that need sharpening, the skilled volunteers at Repair Cafe Whangarei can help give your belongings a second life. Not only will you leave with a functioning item, but you'll also contribute to a more sustainable future for Northland.
Whangārei, Northland
Contact Info
For Our Real Clean Environment empowers Whangārei communities through environmental and waste minimisation projects aimed at restoring the natural environment. Established in 2018 as a charitable trust, we support initiatives that transform waste into valuable resources. Our vision drives collaborative efforts to foster sustainable solutions, inviting community involvement in creating a cleaner, greener future for all.