News and Events

Sew Good!

It was a lively day at Ambury Farm’s for the Friends of the Farm Sewing Bee for November, filled with the rhythmic hum of sewing machines and the cheerful buzz …

Green Thumbs at Māngere Bridge Community Orchard Working Bee

Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to care for the orchard, starting with spreading mulch around the thriving blueberry bushes and carefully weeding around the harakeke to keep the area tidy …

Māngere Bridge – A Busy and Rewarding October 

Friends of the Farm hosted 3 exciting events in October, all were focused on reducing waste, stretching resources, saving expenses and celebrating community cooperation & environmental care…

2025 Seedling Swap Day and Giant Pumpkin Competition

Our 2nd Seedling Swap Day was another huge success with all levels of gardener enjoyed learning and sharing…not to mention our inaugural Giant Pumpkin Competition…

Run, walk, stroll, stride, scoot – Māngere Bridge Fun Run 2025

“The weather was fine and the scenery was perfect.  The Fun Run took a wide route through Māngere Bridge- it was a real tour…”

Crafty Work by Crafty Folk

22 beanies, 7 jerseys, 6 cardies, 6 Octopus toys, a cot blanket, premmie hat, 4 pairs knitted wool slippers, plus 9 fabric grab bags…

mangere bridge compost workshop sep 2025

Compost Winter Workshop 2025

Another lovely day in early August saw around 12 hardy souls enjoying the sunshine and braving the chilly breeze to complete a number of jobs that have been on the …

Perfect Weather for our Aug Orchard Working Bee

Another lovely day in early August saw around 12 hardy souls enjoying the sunshine and braving the chilly breeze to complete a number of jobs that have been on the …