From the 4th -11th September communities across New Zealand will be joining together to help clean up their neighbourhoods. Keep New Zealand Beautiful week is being celebrated once again this year through a wide range of clean up activities throughout New Zealand.Within Rodney District, known for its fabulous beaches and miles of stunning coastlines, Keep New Zealand Beautiful week will be celebrated with an aquatic theme.
Puhoi River Canoe Hire if offering free use of their kayaks to people who participate in a Puhoi River clean up on Sunday 13th September. People will be able to enjoy the spectacular scenery along the river, as well as improve the river environment for other users. The event starts at 12.15, and departs from the Puhoi River Canoe Hire, in Puhoi Village. Those taking part should bring their own water bottles, gloves and bags and wear suitable clothing. A sausage sizzle will follow the clean up. Prior booking is recommended to secure a free kayak and can be done be contacting Kathy on 09 422 0891 or emailing puhoicanoes@clear.net.nz
Rodney District Council is also keen to support other community clean ups by providing gloves and helping to dispose of rubbish. The Council is also coordinating a Respect Rodney Graffiti Eradication Project which provides free paint to volunteers to remove graffiti.
Anyone who would like to get involved with a clean up event or graffiti removal project can contact the Council on 0800 426 5169 or email customerservice@rodney.govt.nz for more information.
Clean Ups can also be registered on the Keep New Zealand Beautiful website, www.knzbcleanupweek.co.nz.
For further information about community clean ups please contact:
Sarah Stead
Rodney District Council
Phone 0800 426 5169
For further information about the Respect Rodney graffiti eradication project please contact:
Roslyn Prictor
Rodney District Council
Phone 0800 426 5169
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