FREE Nature Play - Western Park - 3 Oct 2025

Schedule

Thu, 02 Oct, 2025 at 11:00 pm to Fri, 03 Oct, 2025 at 03:00 am

UTC+13:00

Location

Western Park, Auckland | Auckland, AU

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Nature Play with Harry & Om – Thanks to Waitematā Local Board
🌿 Explore, play, create – right in your local park!
Join Harry from Barefooted and Om from Craftlab for Nature Play, a fun, hands-on session designed to connect you and your tamariki/moko with nature through play, exploration, and education. These sessions are perfect for kids aged 0–12 (and the whole whānau!) and are all about discovering the wonders of the natural world.
🎯 What’s On Offer:
Play-based nature activities and exploration
Crafting with natural materials
Learning about native flora and fauna
Nature education that builds a sense of kaitiakitanga
Time to explore and enjoy the park together as a family
🔥 Special Activity:
Campfire Doughnuts from about 10:30 – 11:00 am – don’t miss this tasty treat!
📅 Event Details:
🕘 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
All equipment and activities set up from 9:00 am
Flexible, come-and-go format – stay as little or as long as you like
Plenty to do if you want to spend the whole morning
✅ Drop-In Community Session
Relaxed and child-led – no pressure to follow a set schedule.
👥 Who It’s For:
Designed for tamariki aged 0–12, but fun for the whole whānau! This activity is suitable for everyone, including those with access needs.
💡 What to Bring:
Comfortable outdoor clothing & sturdy shoes
Water and snacks
A sense of curiosity and adventure
An appetite for campfire doughnuts!
📞 Need Help Finding Us?
Contact Harry (021 126 3267) or Om (021 050 7113) on the day if you have any questions or need directions.
Thanks to Waitematā Local Board for supporting this free, nature-based family activity that encourages play, learning, and connection with the environment.
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Where is it happening?

Western Park, Auckland, New Zealand

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Out and About Auckland  - T\u0101maki Makaurau

Host or Publisher Out and About Auckland - Tāmaki Makaurau

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