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Grow Your Own Kai - In Containers From Your Own Compost.
Join this hands-on workshop to learn how to grow spring vegetables and herbs in containers - a flexible, low-cost way to turn even the smallest outdoor space into a productive food garden.
Drop in for a morning of making reusable period products, kōrero and empowerment. With opportunity for everyone to get involved, experience is not necessary.
Book online to secure your spot and come along to our September Just Sew session for 2025. Repairing rather than buying new is a great way to take climate action in your own life – and learn new skills along the way.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as missing buttons, tears, holes, hemming, and basic alterations.
Join eco-lifestylist Stella Carruthers to learn about cleaning the green way. Develop an awareness of why people are avoiding chemical cleaners in their homes and explore alternatives to commercial products.
Have fun making a few basic cleaning products from simple kitchen ingredients!
Join us for our monthly community street clean in Wellington!
Let's unite to kick trash to the curb and beautify our streets.
No vehicle no worries 😊
The Tip Shop Truck will be at Te Aro Zero Waste at 2 Forresters Lane on the fourth Saturday of every month.
The Tip Shop team will be collecting any big, bulky, awkward and otherforgotten reusable items.
They’ll be taking furniture, building and gardening materials, books, and bric-a-brac.
Join us for our monthly community street clean in Wellington!
Let's unite to kick trash to the curb and beautify our streets.
Come along to our third Repair Cafe for 2025.
Book your spot online and bring along one item for repair or maintenance - lightweight household items, small electrical appliances, tech for repair, gardening tools for sharpening, or that general item you've been meaning to have repaired.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as electrical faults, broken clasps, union/wedding ring repair, welding or general fix-up repairs.
Book online to secure your spot and come along to our August Just Sew session for 2025. Repairing rather than buying new is a great way to take climate action in your own life – and learn new skills along the way.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as missing buttons, tears, holes, hemming, and basic alterations.
Drop in for a morning of making reusable period products, kōrero and empowerment. With opportunity for everyone to get involved, experience is not necessary.
No vehicle no worries 😊
The Tip Shop Truck will be at Te Aro Zero Waste (formerly EcoCentre) at 2 Forresters Lane on the fourth Saturday of every month.
The Tip Shop team will be collecting any big, bulky, awkward and otherforgotten reusable items.
They’ll be taking furniture, building and gardening materials, books, and bric-a-brac.
Learn to handsew and mend your clothes with confidence. Whether it’s a missing button, a split seam, or a saggy sock, this hands on workshop hosted by Carol covers simple, useful handsew skills that help your clothes last longer and stay out of landfill.
Join us for our monthly community street clean in Wellington!
Let's unite to kick trash to the curb and beautify our streets.
Join us for a cosy mid-winter edition of our small-but-mighty reuse market.
Our Winter Market features secondhand and handmade stalls that celebrate resourcefulness, creativity, and community. Expect low-waste goods, friendly vibes, and (hopefully!) a hot drink to warm your hands.
✔️ Secondhand & handmade stalls
✔️ Central city location
✔️ Hot drinks (vendor TBC)
✔️ Accessible facilities & optional seating
✔️ Rain date in place
Free entry. All welcome. Come rethink waste with us.
Book online to secure your spot and come along to our July Just Sew session for 2025. Repairing rather than buying new is a great way to take climate action in your own life – and learn new skills along the way.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as missing buttons, tears, holes, hemming, and basic alterations. There will also be a DIY table for those who are confident at sewing alone but may not have access to a machine at home.
Drop in for a morning of making reusable period products, kōrero and empowerment. With opportunity for everyone to get involved, experience is not necessary.
Want to grow your own fresh kai but only have a balcony, patio, or courtyard?
Join Lydia from Pickled Compost for a fun, practical session that will give you the skills and confidence to grow your own seasonal vegetables in the smallest spaces!
No vehicle no worries 😊
The Tip Shop Truck will be at Te Aro Zero Waste (formerly EcoCentre) at 2 Forresters Lane on the last Saturday of every month for the next three months.
The Tip Shop team will be collecting any big, bulky, awkward and otherforgotten reusable items.
They’ll be taking furniture, building and gardening materials, books, and bric-a-brac.
Join us for our monthly community street clean in Wellington!
Let's unite to kick trash to the curb and beautify our streets.
Book your spot online and come along to our June Just Sew session for 2025. Repairing rather than buying new is a great way to take climate action in your own life – and learn new skills along the way.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as missing buttons, tears, holes, hemming, and basic alterations. There will also be a DIY table for those who are confident at sewing alone but may not have access to a machine at home.
Drop in for a morning of making reusable period products, kōrero and empowerment. With opportunity for everyone to get involved, experience is not necessary.
Come along to our second Repair Cafe for 2025.
Bring along your item for repair or maintenance - clothing or lightweight household items, small electrical appliances, tech for repair, gardening tools for sharpening, or that general item you've been meaning to have repaired.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as electrical faults, broken clasps, union/wedding ring repair, welding or general fix-up repairs.
Join us for our monthly community street clean in Wellington!
Let's unite to kick trash to the curb and beautify our streets.
Come along and get hands-on training to kickstart your composting journey!
Join Lydia from Pickled Compost for a fun, practical session that will give you the skills and confidence to bokashi successfully at home or in your community garden space.
No vehicle no worries 😊
The Tip Shop Truck will be at Te Aro Zero Waste (formerly EcoCentre) at 2 Forresters Lane on the fourth Saturday of every month.
The Tip Shop team will be collecting any big, bulky, awkward and otherforgotten reusable items.
They’ll be taking furniture, building and gardening materials, books, and bric-a-brac.
Looking to tackle waste with a fresh perspective? Join the Waste-Ed Workshop with Kate, where humor meets action! This powerful, engaging session is perfect for consumers who want to make a real difference. If you're just starting out or starting to freak out, this session is for you! Let’s demystify waste, recycling, and greenwashing while sharing laughs, insights, and plenty of actionable tips.
Come along to our May Just Sew session for 2025. Repairing rather than buying new is a great way to take climate action in your own life – and learn new skills along the way.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as missing buttons, tears, holes, and hemming. There will also be a DIY table for those who are confident at sewing alone but may not have access to a machine at home.
Drop in for a morning of making reusable period products, kōrero and empowerment. With opportunity for everyone to get involved, experience is not necessary.
No vehicle no worries 😊
The Tip Shop Truck will be at Te Aro Zero Waste (formerly EcoCentre) at 2 Forresters Lane on the fourth Saturday of every month for the next three months.
The Tip Shop team will be collecting any big, bulky, awkward and otherforgotten reusable items.
They’ll be taking furniture, building and gardening materials, books, and bric-a-brac.
Join us for our monthly community street clean in Wellington!
Let's unite to kick trash to the curb and beautify our streets.
Are you an upcycler of fashion and looking for new ideas? Or have you seen it before and want to give it a go!
David Roil will be leading this work shop showing new ideas and ways to upcycle garments, curtains and more.
Come along to our April Just Sew session for 2025. Repairing rather than buying new is a great way to take climate action in your own life – and learn new skills along the way.
Our skilled volunteers will be here to assist you with fixes such as missing buttons, tears, holes, hemming, and basic alterations. There will also be a DIY table for those who are confident at sewing alone but may not have access to a machine at home.
Drop in for a morning of making reusable period products, kōrero and empowerment. With opportunity for everyone to get involved, experience is not necessary.
No vehicle no worries 😊
The Tip Shop Truck will be at Te Aro Zero Waste (formerly EcoCentre) at 2 Forresters Lane on the fourth Saturday of every month for the next three months.
The Tip Shop team will be collecting any big, bulky, awkward and otherforgotten reusable items.
They’ll be taking furniture, building and gardening materials, books, and bric-a-brac.
Join us for our monthly community street clean in Wellington!
Let's unite to kick trash to the curb and beautify our streets.
