Save the Date: Operation Clean Up Week returns 9–13 November

With the year already flying by, it's time to start preparing for another Operation Clean Up Week. Mark your calendars and get your gumboots at the ready, because from 9–13 November we'll once again be rolling up our sleeves to remove litter from our local environments.

Each year, Operation Clean Up Week continues to grow, with more volunteers, more regions involved, and an even greater collective impact. We're excited to build on that momentum in 2026 and demonstrate the plastics industry's commitment to being part of the solution.

So far, the following events are confirmed:

• North Auckland – Wednesday 11 November, 10.00 am
• West Auckland – Tuesday 10 November, 10.00 am
• East Auckland – Wednesday 11 November, 10.00 am
• Hamilton – Thursday 12 November, 2.00 pm
• Hawke's Bay – Tuesday 10 November, 10.00 am
• Whanganui – Details to be confirmed
• Christchurch – Thursday 12 November, 2.00 pm

We're currently working with local councils and partners to identify the locations where our efforts can have the greatest impact. Keep an eye out for confirmed venues and registration details in the coming weeks.

No event planned in your region?

We'd love to support you to organise one. If you're interested in hosting a local clean-up, please contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We can assist with communications, administration, resources, and litter collection arrangements – all we need from you is a date, a time, and a willingness to get involved..

Operation Clean Up Week is a fantastic opportunity to connect with local industry, give back to our communities, and make a positive difference to the places we live and work. We hope you'll join us as we continue our efforts to be tidy Kiwis and leave our environment better than we found it...