The Kelmarna Gardens Workshops offers enriching experiences for people of all backgrounds and experience levels, to connect our community with skills-based, hands-on learning in nature.
Be a part of making Auckland a native paradise for our native species!
Volunteering at Kelmarna is a great way to gain practical experience with organic gardening and farm management, meet new people, and make a positive impact for your community.
Experience an on-the-ice encounter like no other, as you venture into the world’s largest sub-Antarctic penguin colony display!
Are you a chocolate lover? We have the perfect day for you! Discover the diversity of chocolate in this one day class, making lots of tempting goodies to take home!
Sri Lanka has a long and rich history which is reflected in the food, even today. There are some wonderful examples of Sri Lankan cuisine right here on our doorstep in Panmure.
Starting with a mango lassi this walking food tour explores the flavours and ingredients, created by centuries of movement and trade across India & Sri Lanka.
You will spend a day learning about edible plants, leaves and berries in the New Zealand ngahere (forest). You will then prepare a delicious gourmet feast using what you have learned!
Join us for a community planting day at Western Springs where we will be planting over 1,000 native plants and trees!
The Wilton method of Cake Decorating will teach you all of the techniques to make treats that will amaze your friends and family – even if you’ve never decorated before!