How clean is the air we breathe in Hāwea?

Join the Air Quality Collective and Otago Regional Council for an evening exploring air quality and a new community-based research project launching this winter.

• Date: Thursday, 2 July 2026
• Time: 7–8pm
• Where: Lake Hawea Community Centre, 28 Myra Street, Lake Hāwea

Air quality scientist Dr Ian Longley has spent more than 25 years helping communities understand the air in their homes, schools, workplaces and neighbourhoods.

At this public talk, Ian will share stories and insights from his work and discuss why understanding local air quality still matters.

During the session, Dr Longley will cover:

• What we know about air quality in Hāwea
• Common concerns such as winter smoke, dust and indoor air quality
• How air pollution can affect health and wellbeing
• Opportunities for residents to participate in air quality monitoring around their homes and neighbourhoods.

This winter, the Air Quality Collective and Otago Regional Council are working alongside Hāwea Flat School and a group of community members to better understand air quality in Hāwea.

Whether you're interested in environmental science, concerned about smoke or dust, or simply curious about the air you and your family breathe, we'd love to see you there.

Attendance is free and all are welcome.