Great Big Waterfront Clean-Up

Schedule

Thu Jan 29 2026 at 02:00 am to 04:30 am

UTC+13:00

Location

3 Jervois Quay, Wellington, New Zealand 6011 | Wellington, WG

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Help keep our harbour beautiful. 29th Jan.
Roll up your sleeves and join us for the Great Big Waterfront Clean-Up 2026. Help clean up our waterfront and keep trash out of our harbour.

Register your whānau, friends and work mates below to join the cause!
What to bring:
Sturdy footwear
Reusable drink bottle
Sun-smart gear
Raincoat (just in case!)*
What we will provide:
Gloves and rubbish sacks
Health & safety briefing
First aid support
Sunscreen & hand sanitiser
Rubbish removal
After your hard mahi, enjoy a refreshing Almighty drink as a thank you!
As one of the oldest buildings on the waterfront, Te Waka Huia Wellington Museum is an important reminder of our past. We pride ourselves on being involved in activities that enhance the wellbeing of our land and people.
Plastic and debris threaten sealife and nesting habitats. By pitching in, you’re helping protect the harbour and its wildlife, including kororā little blue penguins, who nest along the waterfront.

He waka eke noa – We are in this together. Register now: https://bit.ly/4rEw39M
Thursday 29 January | 12PM – 2:30PM | Te Waka Huia Wellington Museum
Supported by our friends from Almighty.
*Note: In the event of bad weather, the Clean-Up will be cancelled. Cancellation notifications will be announced the day before the event (Tuesday 21 January) on our social media channels and via email to registered volunteers.
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3 Jervois Quay, Wellington, New Zealand 6011, New Zealand

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