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Looking to level up this July? We've partnered with Waste-Ed with Kate this Plastic Free July, to bring our residents and rate payers' a number of FREE in-person sessions and online courses.

Sessions and courses are paid for by our Waste Minimisation Levy, funded by the Ministry for the Environment.

Online courses

Unable to attend an in-person session? No worries! We have a number of online courses available to Waikato District Council residents and ratepayer's, FREE, for July only. Courses can be completed at your own pace.

Click one of the courses below to register, use the code WAIKATOJULY to access your FREE course.

Cloth Nappies, Parenting, & More - Worldwide for parents

Learn everything you need to know about reusable nappies from anywhere on the planet! Practical, fun, and packed with tips to save money and reduce waste.

Register.

Food Lovers Masterclass - Reducing Food Waste

Are You Tossing Out More Food Than You’d Like? Learn how to store food like a pro, decode best-before dates, get creative with leftovers, and discover clever tricks to save money.

Register.

Online | Waste-Ed Course

Looking to get wasted in a whole new way? Let’s demystify waste, recycling, greenwashing, and plenty of actionable tips.

Register.

In-person sessions

These powerful and engaging sessions are 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.

Select a session below to grab your FREE ticket!

  • Landfills are designed to last 1,000 years! In this chaotic time of consumerism and climate change, we are facing some big challenges that we need to start facing head on! You can do nothing, and nothing will change, or you can be an imperative cog in the machine that works towards a healthier planet. If you want a place to start your waste minimisation journey or even want to reinforce what you already know, then this 2-hour seminar is for you!

    Why join us? You will:
    • LEARN about what happens to our waste once it leaves the curbside.
    • ACQUIRE tips/tricks and life hacks that will help you deal with/manage your waste better.
    • BE CHALLENGED to reduce your waste.

    Don't miss out on this opportunity full of witty humor, reality checks, and encouragement that may also challenge your thinking around trash

    Book your ticket.

    Fee: FREE

    Thursday 24 July 2025, 10:00 am – 11:30 am
    Ngāruawāhia Community House, 13 Galileo Street, Ngaaruawaahia 3720, New Zealand

  • Landfills are designed to last 1,000 years! In this chaotic time of consumerism and climate change, we are facing some big challenges that we need to start facing head on! You can do nothing, and nothing will change, or you can be an imperative cog in the machine that works towards a healthier planet. If you want a place to start your waste minimisation journey or even want to reinforce what you already know, then this 2-hour seminar is for you!

    Why join us? You will:
    • LEARN about what happens to our waste once it leaves the curbside.
    • ACQUIRE tips/tricks and life hacks that will help you deal with/manage your waste better.
    • BE CHALLENGED to reduce your waste.

    Don't miss out on this opportunity full of witty humor, reality checks, and encouragement that may also challenge your thinking around trash

    Book your ticket.

    Fee: FREE

    Thursday 24 July 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
    Friendship House Huntly, 55 William Street, Huntly 3700, New Zealand

  • Landfills are designed to last 1,000 years! In this chaotic time of consumerism and climate change, we are facing some big challenges that we need to start facing head on! You can do nothing, and nothing will change, or you can be an imperative cog in the machine that works towards a healthier planet. If you want a place to start your waste minimisation journey or even want to reinforce what you already know, then this 2-hour seminar is for you!

    Why join us? You will:
    • LEARN about what happens to our waste once it leaves the curbside.
    • ACQUIRE tips/tricks and life hacks that will help you deal with/manage your waste better.
    • BE CHALLENGED to reduce your waste.

    Don't miss out on this opportunity full of witty humor, reality checks, and encouragement that may also challenge your thinking around trash

    Book your ticket.

    Fee: FREE

    Monday 28 July 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
    Elsie's Restaurant and Bar, 3 George Street, Tuakau 2121, New Zealand

  • Landfills are designed to last 1,000 years! In this chaotic time of consumerism and climate change, we are facing some big challenges that we need to start facing head on! You can do nothing, and nothing will change, or you can be an imperative cog in the machine that works towards a healthier planet. If you want a place to start your waste minimisation journey or even want to reinforce what you already know, then this 2-hour seminar is for you!

    Why join us? You will:
    • LEARN about what happens to our waste once it leaves the curbside.
    • ACQUIRE tips/tricks and life hacks that will help you deal with/manage your waste better.
    • BE CHALLENGED to reduce your waste.

    Don't miss out on this opportunity full of witty humor, reality checks, and encouragement that may also challenge your thinking around trash

    Book your ticket.

    Fee: FREE

    Tuesday 29 July 2025, 6:00pm – 7:30pm
    Toi Ako Artspace, under St Margarets Hal, 3 Waerenga Road, Te Kauwhata 3710, New Zealand

Last updated 26 June 2025, 02:12 pm

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