Repair cafe
A Repair Café is an event where people bring their loved broken or damaged items to be fixed for free, saving money and reducing the amount of material that ends up in landfill.
Upcoming Events
Sat 25 Oct
11:00 amCBD Repair Café Auckland: Fix It For Free!
🛠️ CBD Repair Café: Free Fix-It Sessions in Central Auckland Join us at Te Mātāwai for our monthly CBD Repair Café, where skilled volunteers help breathe new life into your treasured possessions. Running every fourth Saturday from 11am to 2pm, this community initiative helps reduce waste while keeping your beloved items working longer. What We Can Fix: ✨ Small appliances (excluding microwaves) 👕 Clean clothing repairs and mending 🪑 Compact furniture 🚲 Bicycle servicing 💻 Electronics and laptops 🏠 General household items Event Details: Location: Te Mātāwai, 139 Greys Avenue, Auckland Central Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Cost: Free (Koha appreciated for successful repairs) No registration required - just pop in! Enjoy a cuppa while our experienced fixers work their magic. For any questions, contact admin@doughnuteconomicsnz.com Understanding Repair Cafés: Community-Led Sustainability Repair cafés represent a growing global movement that began in Amsterdam in 2009. These community-driven initiatives bring together skilled volunteers and locals to combat throwaway culture and promote sustainable living practices. These gatherings serve multiple purposes: Reducing landfill waste by extending product lifespans Sharing valuable repair skills between generations Building stronger community connections Making repairs accessible to everyone, regardless of economic status Preserving traditional repair knowledge and skills The repair café concept has proven particularly successful in New Zealand, where the DIY spirit and environmental consciousness align perfectly with the movement's values. These sessions not only help reduce waste but also provide valuable social interaction and learning opportunities for all participants.
Te Mātāwai, Auckland Central, Auckland
Sat 25 Oct
11:00 amFix & Repair at New Lynn Community Café
🛠️ New Lynn Repair Café - Monthly Community Fix-it Sessions Join us at the New Lynn Community Centre for our popular monthly repair café, where skilled volunteers help breathe new life into your treasured possessions. Whether it's a wonky toaster or a beloved jumper that needs mending, our team is here to help! When: Last Saturday of every month (except January and June) Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Where: New Lynn Community Centre, 45 Totara Avenue, New Lynn, Auckland ✨ Our repair specialists can help with: Small appliances (excluding microwaves) Clothing repairs (clean items only) Small furniture Bicycles Electronics and laptops General items and toys 💝 While repairs are provided free of charge, koha is warmly welcomed to support future repair café sessions. 🌿 Pop in for a cuppa and chat while our volunteers work their magic on your items! About Community Repair Cafés in New Zealand Repair cafés are volunteer-run initiatives that have become increasingly popular across Aotearoa New Zealand. These community-driven events promote sustainability and waste reduction while helping Kiwis save money and extend the life of their belongings. These gatherings serve multiple purposes in our communities: Reducing landfill waste by fixing items that might otherwise be thrown away Building community connections and sharing skills Helping people save money by avoiding replacement purchases Preserving traditional repair skills and knowledge Supporting the growing right-to-repair movement in New Zealand Repair cafés are part of a global movement that started in Amsterdam in 2009 and has since spread worldwide. In New Zealand, these events align perfectly with our "No. 8 wire" mentality and commitment to environmental sustainability. They provide a practical way to combat our throwaway culture while fostering community spirit and resilience.
New Lynn, Auckland
Sat 01 Nov
11:00 amRepair Café Pukekohe: Fix It Together!
🛠️ Give Your Treasured Items a New Lease on Life at Pukekohe's Monthly Repair Café! Join us at Franklin: The Centre in Pukekohe for our community-driven Repair Café, where skilled volunteers help breathe new life into your beloved items. Running on the first Saturday of every month from 11am to 2pm, this free service welcomes everyone in the community. What We Can Fix: Small appliances and electronics Clothing and textile repairs Furniture touch-ups Bicycle servicing Basic laptop troubleshooting Important Details: 📍 Location: 10 Massey Avenue, Pukekohe 2120 ⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM 💝 Cost: Free entry (koha appreciated for successful repairs) ♿ Accessibility: Ground-floor access available Please Note: No booking required - simply drop in Items must be clean and ready for repair For queries: admin@doughnuteconomicsnz.com What is a Repair Café? A Repair Café is a community-driven initiative that brings together skilled volunteers and local residents to fix broken items that might otherwise end up in landfills. This sustainable movement began in Amsterdam in 2009 and has since spread worldwide, including here in Aotearoa New Zealand. These events serve multiple purposes in our communities: Reducing waste and promoting sustainability Sharing valuable repair skills between generations Building community connections Helping people save money Preserving the stories behind cherished possessions Repair Cafés have become increasingly popular in New Zealand as more communities embrace the principles of sustainability and circular economy. They provide a practical solution to our throwaway culture while creating valuable social connections in our neighbourhoods. By participating in a Repair Café, you're not just fixing items - you're joining a global movement towards more sustainable living and stronger community bonds. These sessions are particularly valuable for those looking to learn basic repair skills or share their expertise with others.
Pukekohe, Auckland
Sat 01 Nov
11:00 amOrewa Repair Cafe: Fix It Together | Free Event
🛠️ Give Your Treasured Items a New Lease on Life at the Orewa Repair Café!Join us at the Orewa Community Centre for our monthly repair café, where skilled volunteers help breathe new life into your cherished possessions. Perfect for our senior community members and anyone looking to fix rather than replace!When: First Saturday of every month, 11am to 2pmWhere: Orewa Community Centre, 40/46 Orewa Square, OrewaOur repair experts can help with: Small appliances (excluding microwaves) Clothing repairs (clean items only) Small furniture fixes Bicycle servicing Electronics and laptops General repairs 💫 No bookings needed - simply drop in!💰 This is a free service (koha appreciated)☕ Enjoy a cuppa while you waitWhat is a Repair Café?Repair Cafés are community-driven initiatives that emerged in Amsterdam in 2009 and have since spread worldwide. These gatherings bring together skilled volunteers and community members to combat throwaway culture and promote sustainable living.These events serve multiple purposes: Reducing landfill waste by extending the life of everyday items Building community connections through shared knowledge Helping people save money on replacements and repairs Preserving repair skills and knowledge within the community Creating social connections, particularly valuable for senior citizens The concept aligns perfectly with New Zealand's commitment to sustainability and the traditional Kiwi "No. 8 wire" mentality of fixing and making do. By participating in a Repair Café, you're not just fixing your belongings - you're contributing to a more sustainable future and keeping valuable skills alive in your community.
Orewa, Auckland
Fri 07 Nov
05:00 pmTe Atatu South Repair Cafe - Fix It Together!
🛠️ Te Atatu South Repair Café: Monthly Community Fix-It Sessions Join us at Te Atatu South Community Centre for our monthly Repair Café, where skilled volunteers help breathe new life into your treasured possessions. This free community service runs on the first Friday of every month from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. What We Can Fix: Small appliances (excluding microwaves) Clothing repairs and alterations Minor furniture repairs Bicycle servicing Electronics and laptops General household items 📍 Location: 247 Edmonton Road, Te Atatū South, Auckland 0610 💫 Important Details: Entry is free (koha appreciated for successful repairs) No booking required - just drop in Clean clothing items required for repairs Food trucks available during summer months ⏰ Duration: 3 hours (5:00 PM - 8:00 PM) For enquiries: admin@doughnuteconomicsnz.com About Community Repair Cafés in New Zealand Repair Cafés are part of a growing sustainable living movement in Aotearoa New Zealand, combining community spirit with practical skills sharing. These volunteer-run initiatives help reduce waste, save money, and keep valuable items out of landfills. These community workshops originated in Amsterdam in 2009 and have since spread worldwide, with New Zealand embracing the concept wholeheartedly. They're particularly valuable for our senior community members and those looking to embrace more sustainable lifestyle practices. Repair Cafés serve multiple purposes in our communities: Reducing environmental impact by extending product lifespans Building community connections through skill sharing Preserving traditional repair skills Making repairs accessible to everyone, regardless of financial means Creating social connections in local neighbourhoods The combination of practical repair services with social interaction makes these events a cornerstone of sustainable community development in Aotearoa.
Te Atatū South, Auckland
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