It's the beginning of spring and we're nearly halfway through Resist250, a boycott of the Tuia 250 events, which the New Zealand government have created to commemorate Captain Cook's arrival in Aotearoa on the Endeavour, which was the beginning of the capitalist colonisation of this whenua. If you want to find out how to get involved, then read the entry on Resist250 below.
This capitalist colonisation continues to this day at Ihumātao. While negotiations are ongoing, but if you want to help at the whenua, there will be a workshop on repairing the stone wall there on September 13th. Capitalist colonisation is also happening in West Papua, where there has been an uprising against Indonesian colonialism for the past fortnight. If you want to learn more about the situation in West Papua, then head along to Organise Aotearoa's screenings on short films on West Papua on September 15th at Samoa House Library
We can also announce that our next (A)space is on September 21st. In addition to the usual fare like our anarchist library, we will be relaunching our anarcha-fiction book club, a "What is TMA?" session for new members and supporters, a discussion of anarchism and environmentalism and much more. We're also co-hosting with our comrades at Auckland Peace Action and Organise Aotearoa a talk on October 5th at the Ellen Melville Centre by Tecber Ahmed Saleh on how New Zealand companies Ballance and Ravensdown are making profits from importing phosphate from Moroccan-occupied Western Shara.
There's a lot of events on about capitalist colonisation, and they point to the need to recognise that colonisation can only be abolished through abolishing capitalism, the state etc. and vice versa.
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Upcoming Events on the Left in Auckland
Ongoing
Occupation @ Ihumātao, Oruarangi Road, Ihumātao
Occupation and blockade of the Ihumātao site. Family-friendly. Check facebook for updates on situation, material needs and carpooling etc.
Page: https://www.facebook.com/protectihumatao/
Monday 2 September-Sunday 15 September, 5.30-7pm
Kōrero Pono | Nationwide Exhibition Tour, Studio One Toi Tū
An exhibition by JustSpeak that features the intimate stories of sixteen people who have been affected by incarceration alongside their portraits. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/331214947560832/
Tuesday 3 September-Tuesday 17 September
Resist250 - Boycott Tuia 250 events and the celebration of Cook, Aotearoa
Boycott involvement in any Tuia 250 events because they serve to legitimise the underlying desire to centre and celebrate the arrival of the Endeavour, Cook, and the devastating legacy of colonisation in Aotearoa.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/369802893947920/
Tuesday 3 September - Tuesday 24 September, 6-9pm
NVDA Training Sessions, Old Folks Hall
Extinction Rebellion Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland) hosting weekly NVDA trainings in the build-up to the week of action in Wellington. RSVP.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/367646327460215/
Tuesday 10 September, 7.30-9pm
Public Transport - What's going on in Auckland? Mt Eden War Memorial Hall
All welcome to hear key Auckland public transport groups talk about issues such as the slow airport tram vs train to the airport, trains to Huapai, Dominion Road issues and other issues.
They may even discuss current mayoral candidates transport proposals! Free, donations on the day welcome.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2457570664569993/
Thursday 12 September, 10-3pm
Hīkoi Whakangahau 2019 - Maungakiekie, Auckland, Maungakiekie/One Tree Hill
A hīkoi (walk) on the iconic Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill for Te Wiki o te Reo Māori (Māori Language Week) on Thursday 12 September.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/344537779768297/
Friday 13 September, 10.30-1.30pm
Stone by stone: Repairing the walls at Ihumātao, Oruarangi Road, Ihumātao
A workshop on the archeology of Ihumaatao, followed by an attempt to recover stones that have been strewn across several fields. A follow up event with an archeological consultant will be organised to conduct the actual repairs.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/765093460676493/
Sunday 15 September, 4-10pm
Reel Radical! Screening - Films from West Papua, Samoa House Library
A screening of short films relating to the struggle for independence in West Papua. Bring a koha as fundraising to āwhina the kaupapa.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/658538724652460/
Monday 16 September, 7-8.30pm
Unify - Rally for Justice to End Our Drug War!, Auckland Town Hall
Come and learn the lessons from the frontline of the BLACK LIVES MATTER movement, hear their stories, unify for change! Join US activists asha bandele and Deborah Small along with local justice advocates. RSVP.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/656691558177973/
Wednesday 18 September, 6-8pm
Living Wage Auckland Election Forum, St Matthew-in-the-City
A public forum to demand mayoral candidates to commit to the Living Wage for council employees and contractors. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/352553945694878/
Thursday 19 September, 7.30-9.30pm
Election Special - Meet our local candidates! Kelston Community Centre
Forest & Bird Waitakere invites you to listen to the candidates for the Waitakere Ranges Local Board and Henderson-Massey Local Board as well as for the position of Councillor for the Waitakere Ward. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/882649698779673/
Friday 20 September, 5-6.30pm
Race and Class Reading Group, University of Auckland
Reading group on the relationship between race and class under and beyond capitalism.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1489830544508219/
Friday 20 September, 6-7.30pm
Unions Auckland Mayor and Councillor Transport Forum, Auckland Trades Hall
Auckland transport unions - the RMTU, MUNZ and FIRST - are holding a meet-the-candidates meeting for some mayoral and councillor candidates. The focus of the meeting will be on transport - and climate change - and how do we ensure a just transition for transport workers. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/646005262576028/
Saturday 21 September, 10-1pm
Free Speech Or Hate Speech: Where Do You Draw The Line? Fickling Convention Centre
A discussion on the line between free speech and hate speech, with the Islamic perspective on this topic also being presented. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2627226004002653/
Saturday 21 September, 3-7pm
September (A) Space, MoveSpace
Our monthly infoshop and social space is back after a hiatus! Events that will be happening include an anarcha-fiction book club, an introduction to Tāmaki Makaurau Anarchists for new members and supporters, a discussion on anarchism and environmentalism, dinner and more.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/AucklandAnarchists/
Wednesday 25 September, 6-8pm
Tyranny & Terror: The Philippines Under Duterte, University of Auckland Law School
A talk by Professor Judy Taguiwalo on the repression happening in the Philippines under Rodrigo Duterte’s rule. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2326608344118932/
Thursday 26 September, 8.30-9.45pm
The Watercooler - Issue #60: A Hard Pill to Swallow, Basement Theatre
Join Chlöe Swarbrick, Michaela Spratt and Ed Wilson as they spin yarns about their thoughts on substance use culture in Aotearoa. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/535526240347519/
Friday 27 September, 12-3pm
Auckland - Strike 4 Climate, Aotea Square
Adults welcome to join the latest international school strike for climate.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2386119984936727/
Friday 27 September - Friday 4 October, 7-5pm
Onehunga rising: Exploring climate change in our local community, Onehunga
Meet up with other Onehunga residents who are taking action to wonder what the impact of sea level rise might have in the area, to learn what actions you can take to look after our oceans and our climate.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/674843679591724/
Tuesday 1 October, 7-8.30pm
Caring for the Manukau: Our Harbour, Past, Present and Future, Onehunga Community Centre
Saffron Toms, chair of the Manukau Harbour Forum will give an outline of the harbour’s health, past and present, introduce the Forum’s work, and discuss what we can, at home and at work, to look after the harbour. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/879362205775769/
Tuesday 1 October, 7-9pm
The Problem with Porn, Freemans Bay Community Centre
A panel discussion on how is mainstream porn affecting women’s lives, how does porn feed rape culture and how can we reduce the harm to young people and women? Donations between zero and $20. Bookings essential to: info@womenz.org.nz All genders welcome, NZSL interpreters provided.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/452901158890883/
Wednesday 2 October, 7-8.30pm
Climate crisis basics and more, Onehunga Community Centre
A chance to catch up on the basic nuts and bolts of climate change and then get an up-to-date overview of the most recent climate trends and impacts worldwide. The session will finish with a look at the inspiring responses happening all around the globe as people start the transition to low carbon futures. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/728743377563443/
Thursday 3 October, 7-8.30pm
Public Debate – John Minto v David Cumin, The University of Auckland
It is incredibly rare for a public debate on Palestine/Israel to occur and this is a unique opportunity for both sides to front and argue the issue. The debate topic is “Different Perspectives on Israel”. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/446916199243640/
Saturday 5 October, 2-3.30pm
Tecber Ahmed Saleh of Western Sahara speaks in Tāmaki Makaurau, Ellen Melville Centre
Western Saharan health worker and activist Tecber Ahmed Saleh is coming to Auckland to talk about life in Africa's last colony, Moroccan-occupied Western Sahara, and how New Zealand companies Ravensdown and Ballance are profiting from phosphate extraction. Free.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/640574113017146/
Wednesday 11 October - Thursday 12 October
Storm the Ballot Box, Auckland Council can't stop all of us! AUSA House
A series of events by the Auckland University Students Association to encourage students to vote, including an Enrolments BBQ and a debate between the mayor candidates.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/2363661250388510/
Monday 14 October, 9am-4pm
Treaty of Waitangi Workshop, 9 Henderson Valley Road, Henderson
A Tiriti workshop designed for people working in government and non-government organisations, the community sector and students. $60.
Link: https://www.facebook.com/events/421041461830042/
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Disclaimer: inclusion of events in this message is not necessarily an endorsement. We try to only include events of relevance to members from groups we know & trust. However, we may miss some events or include some by organisers we don’t know. If you have anything to add or question the inclusion of some events, please let us know and we'll try to remedy it.
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Groups in AKL
Tamaki Makaurau Anarchists, location varies
First Sunday of the Month, 4pm
Anarchist group in Auckland.
Contact: tamakimakaurauanarchists@gmail.com / FB: AucklandAnarchists
Tamaki Solidarity Network, location varies
Meeting dates vary
Mutual support network for workers and tenants that are being screwed over by their bosses and landlords. All workers or tenants welcome.
Contact: aucklandsolnet@gmail.com
People Against Prisons Aotearoa, location varies
Every Second Monday, 7:00-8:30pm
Prison Abolitionist Group.
Contact: FB peopleagainstprisonsaotearoa
Auckland Peace Action, location varies
Every Second Thursday, 7:00-8:30pm
Group organizing against the arms trade as well as other campaigns.
Contact: FB AucklandPeaceAction
Green Living Savings Pool, 10 Rawhiti Road, Onehunga
Last Thursday of the Month (except Jan), 6pm (potluck)
Community loaning money to those in need and for good with no interest.
Contact: mikeshpatel39@gmail.com
Ihumatao Occupation, Ihumatao
Ongoing
Occupation resisting the proposed development on sacred land.
Contact: FB Kaitiaki Village, SOUL.
Te Reo Lessons, Unitec, AUT, Te Wananga o Aotearoa
Anytime you want
Free te reo lessons offered by multiple institutions at multiple times in multiple locations.
Contact: Unitec, AUT, tWoA
Tāmaki Treaty Workers, Cityside Church
Network for all those working towards a healthy treaty relationship
Contact: mikeshpatel39@gmail.com
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Tumeke Bike Space, 27 Edinburgh Street, Eden Terrace
Thursdays and Sundays, 17:30-19:30pm and 1:00-3:00pm respectively
Community bike shop run and set up by anarchists.
Contact: FB Tumeke Bike Space
Pacific Panther Network, location varies
Meeting dates vary.
Group for Pacific activists.
Contact: FB PacificPantherNetwork
Auckland Action Against Poverty, 20 Church Street, Onehunga
Open Tues-Fri for advocacy, Mondays open to all for campaigning, 9:00-3:00pm
Advocacy group for beneficiaries. Volunteers welcome.
Contact: FB AAAP
Tenants Protection Association,
Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:00-2:00pm
Advocacy and advice service for tenants. Volunteers welcome.
Contact: tpa@auckland.nz
Food Charter / Sovereignty Meet, location varies
Second Wednesday of the Month, 6.30pm
Creating a food charter for NZ and then a network to push it forward.
Contact: FB Growing Power NZ, mikeshpatel39@gmail.com
Unions Auckland, NZEI office
Second Monday of the Month, 6.30pm
Meetup for the CTU branch in Auckland. Open to all union members.
Contact: sarah.barker@nzno.org.nz
Direct Animal Action
Irregular meeting times
A group that meets roughly monthly struggling for the liberation of other animals.
Contact: FB
Te Homiromiro Reading Group, Online
2nd Friday of the month, 1pm
Online decolonization reading and discussion group.
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Pānui
1. Tamaki Makaurau Anarchists is Live!
If you would like to join this exciting initiative, we now have a formal membership process and welcome all people who identify as anarchists in Auckland to join.
Contact: tamakimakaurauanarchists@gmail.com
2. Mental Health Collective Care
If you're interested in helping develop a collective mental health care project, please get in touch with us, we are currently developing one.
Contact: tamakimakaurauanarchists@gmail.com
3. Problems at work?
Contact the Tāmaki Solidarity Network, which is a network of workers helping each other to solve problems at work.
Contact: tamakisolnet@gmail.com
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