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3M Confirms TLC Sponsorship for Second Year - 21 February
We are thrilled to announce that a proportion of the TLC's operational funding for 2012 has been secured, once again, from 3M New Zealand - one of NZ's leading companies in the innovative technology sector. With 3M's initial operational support for our project last year, the TLC was able to start its visiting programme to schools throughout the Auckland area and this additional funding for 2012 secures a good start to this year's busy school schedule. ... read more
Tread Lightly Caravan official launch, November 2011 - 16 January
The Tread Lightly Caravan was officially launched, at a ceremony in Downtown Auckland, on November 3rd 2011. Approximately 100 guests attended the event including National Party, Labour and Green Party politicians, central and local government officials and representatives from supporting companies and the media. The official opening speech was delivered by National MP for the North Shore, Maggie Barry, on behalf of the Minister for the Environment, Nick Smith. The Bayfield Primary School "Ecowarriers" attended to demonstrate the exciting interactive exhibits to the guests. ... read more
Tread Lightly Caravan visits the Starship school - June 2011 - 14 July
A virtual version of the Tread Lightly Caravan visited the Starship hospital recently. The caravan itself could not fit in the grounds but the kids that attended had a great time with the computer game - My Environmental Footprint, and also our life sized Geckos and Vines Game. ... read more
Tread Lightly Caravan features at Auckland's Ecoday - 26 March
The Tread Lightly Caravan attended Auckland's Ecoday on 6th March 2011. The day was a great success with lots of visitors including a number of teachers interested in the TLC visiting their schools. One of the highlights was a visit from Mayor Len Brown. ... read more
Tread Lightly Caravan' first school visit, December 2010 - 13 January
Tread Lightly Caravan internal fitout proceeding at pace - Nov 2010 - 26 November
The Tread Lightly Caravan is now at Mitchel Joinery in Silverdale. There is a hive of activity as the insulation, internal wiring, cabinetry, cladding and internal graphics are being put in place. ... read more
Tread Lightly Caravan nearing completion - Oct 2010 - 16 October
TLC stunning external graphics now complete - March 2010 - 11 March
Tread Lightly Caravan hits road - October 2009 - 18 October
Construction funding secured - July 2009 - 6 July
Construction of the Tread Lightly Caravan began in June 2009, thanks to financial support from Ministry for Environment (Sustainable Management Fund), Auckland City Council, Perry Foundation, Lion Foundation, Lotteries Commission and Department of Internal Affairs (Digital Community Strategy Fund). ... read more
Tread Lightly Caravan Newsletter - 11 June
Please download our April newsletter for more information about our project. Our next newsletter is due for circulation in September. ... read more