In your neighbourhood
Taking climate action, and building resilience for the future, is easier and more rewarding than it might sound. It begins right where you are: at home, on your street and alongside your neighbours. The good news is, there’s heaps of support out there, including from council, to help you get started.
This section shares some common places to begin, some small and some visionary community projects, along with helpful resources and links for learning more.
GET INVOLVED IN COMMUNITY CLIMATE ACTION
From getting to know your neighbours to serious long-term planning, climate action is all about community.
Get to know your neighbours
Simple ways to connect, collaborate, and build stronger community ties.
Take local climate action in your neighbourhood
Find out how council and Local Board kaimahi can help your neighbourhood start initiatives and become an “eco-neighbourhood” supported by facilitators.
Community gardens & resilient kai
Growing kai is a rewarding climate action that builds friendships, teaches skills, and strengthens local food resilience.
Restoring the environment
Hands-on opportunities to restore native ecosystems and care for the whenua that sustains us all.
Community flood resilience
Connect with local groups and council to understand flood risks, improve safety, and reduce property damage.
Community adaptation planning
A future-focused kind of “climate action”, this section describes how your neighbourhood can work together to understand local risks and design solutions so your local club, group, street or suburb is ready for our changing climate.
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