Pesto Making, Bumble Bee Homes & Sourdough Bugs

Sat Nov 01 2025 at 12:00 am to 04:00 am UTC+13:00

Ōmata School | New Plymouth

Sustainable Backyards NZ
Publisher/HostSustainable Backyards NZ
Pesto Making, Bumble Bee Homes & Sourdough Bugs
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Student-led tours will guide visitors through the garden, offering insights into our plants and practices. Throughout the day, we’ll host engaging demonstrations, including:
- How to build a bumblebee
- How to make fresh pesto using a variety of garden ingredients
- How to create and care for a sourdough starter (“bug”)
These hands-on activities will showcase sustainable practices and encourage visitors to try them at home.

Note on entry.
Adult property entry is $3 cash or use your Backyards Bundle card, kids under 12 years have free entry.
Participation in the event is by koha, please bring cash for your donation.
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Ōmata School, Holloway Road, Omata,Omata, New Zealand, New Plymouth

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