Operation Clean Up Week Events
Plastics New Zealand's Environmental Committee and our Operation Clean Sweep Community are joining together to host Clean Up events in their local communities
during the week of the 11th - 15th November 2024
Join the NZ plastics industry in our Operation Clean Up Week. Come along to one of the events for as much time as you can give. Help to improve your local environment and meet other members of the plastics manufacturing community while giving back to your local communities.
A great team building and networking opportunity while having fun!
Auckland - 3 Locations - 3 dates!
- West Auckland - Wednesday 13th November 2024
Time - 10.00am - 12pm
Venue - Saunders Reserve, Rosebank Penisular - East Auckland - Thursday 14th November 2024
Time - 10.00am - 12pm
Venue - Lady Fisher Place, East Tamaki - North Shore - Friday 15th November 2024
Time - 10.00am - 12pm
Venue - Hooton Reserve, Albany
Hamilton
- Thursday 14th November 2024
Time - 1.00pm - 3pm
Venue - Meet at Beetham Park car park
Hawkes Bay
- Tuesday 12th November 2024
Time - 2.00pm - 4pm
Venue - TBC
Christchurch
- Wednesday 13th November 2024
Time - 2.00pm - 4pm
Venue - Meet at EPL Car park
Not close to any of these events?
If you would like to get involved but are not located close to any of the branch events, please reach out for advice around setting up your own clean up – we’re happy to help! A huge shout out to the companies who have picked up the mantel in some regional areas already. 3R Group will be hosting a clean-up in Hawkes Bay on Tuesday, 12th November from 2pm – 4pm (location details to come) and Uniplas will be arranging their own clean up in Wellinton!
Plastics New Zealand’s National Office aren’t above getting stuck in either. We will be donning the gloves on Monday 11th November to kick the week of cleaning off. After a hefty haul last year, we’re eager to see whether our Freight Place clean-up has had lasting impacts…
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All Hands on Deck
To make sure we’re driving as much engagement as possible, we are working with local business associations to spread the word and get more hands-on deck at the branch events. Early registrations are rolling in, and we’d love to see your company name added to the list!
Food, Fun, and Friendly Competition!
After the hard work is done, we’re keen to celebrate with a sausage sizzle/refreshments – because what’s a clean-up without a good feed afterwards? Get your registrations in early so we can make assess numbers for kai!
For a bit of fun, we’ll also be hosting a friendly competition with a prize for the "weirdest find" – so keep your eyes peeled while you’re out cleaning!
Why It Matters
Operation Clean-Up Week isn’t just about tidying up for a day – it’s about coming together as an industry to show our commitment to protecting our environment and our communities. By participating, you’re helping reduce the impact of pollution and contributing to a cleaner, healthier Aotearoa for everyone.
Let’s make this year’s events bigger and better than ever. Whether you’re organising, participating, or just cheering us on, every bit helps. Register now and let’s keep our environment beautiful!
What is Operation Clean Sweep?
Operation Clean Sweep® is an international program designed to prevent resin pellet, flake, and powder loss and help keep this material out of the marine environment.
Every segment of the plastics industry has a role to play—including resin producers, transporters, recyclers and plastics processors—by implementing good housekeeping and pellet, flake, and powder containment practices.
Click here to find out more about the programme