Events
Grow On Katikati runs monthly events to help our members gain the knowledge and tools to achieve success, to meet like-minded others in our commUNITY, and to have some great fun along the way!
We run workshops every second month, and interspace those with other events like movie inspiration nights, social events, and fundraisers.
We like to keep it local and work with the expertise of those in our commUNITY wherever possible! Our tutors are a smart bunch who impart information with passion and a simplicity that all can understand.
Monthly Crop Swap &
Food Fiesta
On the first Saturday of every month at the Grow On Katikati Shed we host our monthly Crop Swap and Food Fiesta. Locals are encouraged to bring along any excess they have to share or swap with others. Some ides on what to bring:
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Excess fruit and veg
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Cut flowers and herbs
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Preserves and ferments
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Sourdough starters
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Kombucha scoby
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Garden tools
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Gardening magazines or books
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Garden stakes and ties
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Plant pots
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Preserving jars
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Seeds
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Bag compost
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Sheep or cow poos
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Anything garden or food-related
If you have something garden or food-related you would like to sell, stalls are available for $5 (BYO table). Click the button below to book a stall.
Create a Backyard Scarecrow
Saturday, 14 February 2026
Upcycled Scarecrow Competition — Registrations Now Open!
Calling all crafty makers & eco-heroes!
Get creative this summer and join the fun! Enter as an individual, family or work team — it’s a great team-building activity 👨👩👧👦
Choose your category:
🎨 Creative
🌍 Cultural
Show off your imagination! We’ll supply the framework — you create the personality. Let’s turn rubbish into remarkable and make garden guardians worth talking about ♻️
All scarecrows will feature at our March Crop Swap (7 March) and during Sustainable Backyards in town!
📧 To register email: membersgrowonkatikati@gmail.com
Entries close by 6 February. (Include your contact details and category choice)
Edible Backyard Safari
Sunday, 1 March 2026
A hands-on garden adventure you won’t want to miss!
Join us for an inspiring day exploring five unique local gardens, each hosting an engaging hands-on workshop. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned grower, you’ll leave buzzing with new skills and fresh ideas! Only $45 p.p.
Here’s what’s in store:
Fermenting foods & beverages
Donna and Fin, aka Dr Bucha, handcraft kombucha and fermented foods bursting with gut-loving probiotic goodness, right here in the Bay of Plenty. Learn how to preserve food through nutrition-enhancing fermentation.
Establishing a permaculture Garden
Seba is in the exciting process of establishing a new permaculture garden while studying Sustainable Horticulture Production — talk about walking the talk! He’s bringing along a wealth of knowledge in organics, and much more.
Gardening in small spaces
Tash will reveal her top tricks for growing an abundance of veggies in even the tiniest spaces! From trellises and containers to grow bags and raised beds, she’ll show you how to transform any corner into a thriving food haven. Learn how to harvest success all season long!
Everything about Fungi -
Join Sharn for a fascinating session on how fungi supercharge soil health and plant growth. Learn how to recognise beneficial fungi, support healthy fungal networks and boost your garden naturally. Unlock the secret life beneath your feet!
Permaculture and chickens
Sam has created a thriving garden with the help of feathered friends!
Discover how chooks can control pests naturally, boost soil fertility and enhance biodiversity and overall ecosystem health.
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At Grow On Katikati, we are always looking for ways to make the vision of an edible and sustainable backyard possible for everyone. Our monthly events are intended to inform, inspire, and educate, with the added bonus of bringing commUNITY together. What's not to love?
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Some of our past workshops
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Composting
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Soil Health
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Biochar
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Growing Giant Mushrooms (King Stropharia)
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Foraging for Mushrooms in a Bush Block
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Herbs for Health
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Fermentation Workshop
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Jam and Chutney Making
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Edible Backyard Tour
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Propogation 101
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Raising Successful Seedlings
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Saving Seeds
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Seed Swap
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Social Soup Evening
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Making a Bug Hotel
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Edible Backyard Safari
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Harvest Festival
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Understanding Bugs in the Backyard (Ruud Kleinpaste)
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Seed Sowing
