Action Alliance
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Action Alliance ·
The All Aboard Action Alliance is a long-term inclusive community of organisations, entities and businesses who unite under our vision to reimagine the transport system. Together we exchange knowledge, share initiatives and increase our impact through meaningful collaboration.
Why join?
Because your organisations’ voice, together with other organisations in the Action Alliance can make a BIG impact when it comes to decarbonising the transport system. By joining us, you will.
Join forces with other organisations to work towards a cleaner, healthier Aotearoa.
Gain connection, community and collaboration with like-minded organisations.
Receive administration support and initiative coordination from All Aboard Advisory Committee and Executive Director.
Be able to share knowledge and expertise, as well as upskill via learning from other members and engaging in workshops.
Enhance advocacy capabilities.
Becoming a member
of the Action Alliance
The All Aboard Action Alliance works collaboratively towards a common, shared vision for transport in Aotearoa.
By sharing knowledge, skills and resources, we can all be more effective at achieving the outcomes which will help our communities and supporters thrive.
If your organisation wants to be a part of the movement for a better transport system, get in touch! The Action Alliance is a flexible, contribute-how-you-can community of positivity and action.
Meet Our Members
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Climate Club Aotearoa is a spirited and inclusive Aotearoa New Zealand organisation turning climate concern into practical, everyday impact. What started as a volunteer passion project between friends who felt overwhelmed by climate change has blossomed into a community-centred effort to help busy people make a difference without needing specialist knowledge or endless spare time. They produce a weekly newsletter full of high-impact actions you can do in just 5, 15, or 30+ minutes, so everyone — from grafters to kaumatua — can chip in to climate solutions. Alongside sending out useful, joyful guidance, Climate Club runs engaging workshops for schools, workplaces and local communities to unpack climate science and spark meaningful action.
What makes Climate Club Aotearoa truly lively is its community-first, do-together approach. They keep things positive and hopeful, helping Kiwis feel part of a collective movement rather than stuck on the sidelines. Expert voices (including a Science Panel) provide clarity on the science, while volunteers and team members from diverse walks of life bring energy, creativity, and a bit of fun to the mission. Whether it’s through practical challenges, interactive events, or simply connecting people who want to help the planet, Climate Club invites everyone to take climate action with joy and purpose.
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The Future Is Rail is one of those groups you can’t help but root for. It started with everyday New Zealanders who didn’t want to quietly lose their long-distance passenger trains — and instead of just grumbling about it, they organised, connected communities, and got stuck in. What’s grown out of that is a genuinely people-powered movement backing a better rail network for Aotearoa: one that links up our regions, cuts emissions, and makes it easier for people to get around without always jumping in a car.
They’ve got that classic Kiwi mix of pragmatism and optimism. It’s not about nostalgia for the “good old days” — it’s about building something practical and future-focused that works for towns, cities and the climate. They support local advocates, share solid research, and keep the pressure on in a constructive way. It feels less like a lobby group and more like a bunch of capable mates saying, “We can do better than this — and here’s how.”
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The Wednesday Challenge is one of those Kiwi ideas that just puts a smile on your face — simple, clever and really gets folks moving (literally!). It’s a nationwide challenge that encourages schools, businesses and everyday people to travel differently — whether that’s biking, walking, scooting, carpooling or catching the bus or train — instead of jumping in a car, with the aim of cutting congestion, lowering carbon emissions, and boosting everyone’s health and wellbeing. It’s fun, free to join, and comes with points, prizes and leaderboards to keep the friendly competition going across communities big and small.
What’s really sweet about the Wednesday Challenge is how it brings people together for positive change without big pressure or complicated rules — just a bit of good old Kiwi spirit and a shared goal of making our streets healthier and happier. Schools use it to get tamariki excited about active travel, workplaces use it to strengthen team vibes and look after staff wellbeing, and whole towns are getting involved to make their daily journeys more enjoyable and sustainable. It’s the sort of kaupapa that feels good in your bones — better health, cleaner air, and heaps of buzz watching small choices add up to genuine impact.
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Bike Auckland is exactly the kind of crew you want in your corner if you reckon Auckland should be a great place to get around on two (or three) wheels. They’re a grassroots, people-powered non-profit fighting for safer streets, quality cycleways, and choices that make it easy for folks to ride a bike for fun, for work, or just to the café — whether you’re already a keen pedal-turner or keen as to give it a go. Their advocacy isn’t just polite letters; it’s loud in a good way — backing big, practical wins and making sure planners and councils take people on bikes seriously.
But it’s not all meetings and campaigns — these legends help build biking community too. They run and support events that get people out riding, share stories and tips, and connect riders across Auckland so it feels like a movement, not just a mission. With them in action, bikes are increasingly seen as a normal, everyday way to get around — which makes our city healthier, happier and heaps more liveable.
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Greenpeace Aotearoa is one of those organisations you instantly think of when you talk about bold, passionate climate and nature protection in Aotearoa. They take on the big challenges — from defending our oceans and forests to pushing for strong climate action — with a mix of grassroots energy, smart campaigning and a healthy dose of good old Kiwi tenacity. Whether it’s standing up against fossil fuel projects or backing a fair and just transition to clean energy, they’re in it to win it for people and the planet.
What’s always inspiring about Greenpeace Aotearoa is their refusal to shy away from tough conversations, but they do it with heart and a clear sense of what a thriving, resilient future could look like. They bring communities together, lift up voices that often go unheard, and keep the pressure on decision-makers to act with urgency and integrity. Friendly, fearless and focused — they’re exactly the kind of crew the climate movement in Aotearoa is lucky to have in the mix.
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OraTaiao: Aotearoa NZ Climate & Health Council is a brilliant example of Kiwis bringing their professional mahi and heart into the climate space. It’s a not-for-profit collective of health workers, organisations and supporters who know that healthy people and a healthy climate go hand in hand. They use their expertise to unite voices, raise awareness and advocate for climate action that improves wellbeing, equity and the environments we all rely on — from our towns and cities to our mountains and coastlines.
What’s great about OraTaiao is how grounded and practical their approach feels — they’re not shouting into the void, they’re shaping conversations and policy with a clear focus on what actually improves health for people and communities. They champion rapid, fair and regenerative climate solutions, they’re rooted in Aotearoa values (including Te Tiriti principles), and they’re great at bringing health and climate together in ways that make sense for everyday folks. With them in the mix, climate action feels like something that’s not just urgent, but good for all of us.
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Cycling Action Network is the friendly but fierce backbone of bike advocacy across Aotearoa. It’s a nationwide network of riders, groups and supporters who are all about making cycling safer, more accessible and genuinely part of everyday life — whether you’re commuting, going to school, or just out for a weekend ride. They aren’t shy about pushing for better infrastructure, smarter planning and policies that mean everyone feels comfy and confident on two wheels.
What makes Cycling Action Network such a champion in the transport space is their all-in, community-driven mahi. They link up local advocates, share know-how and give towns and cities the support they need to grow cycling in ways that really stick. There’s a real sense of collective purpose — folks from all walks of life rallying behind a common vision: healthy, connected communities where bike travel isn’t a hassle, it’s a choice people love.
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Beautification Trust is one of those grassroots Kiwi organisations that makes a real difference where people live. They’ve been at it since the early 2000s, working with communities across South and East Auckland to learn, love and look after our environment through beautification projects, clean-ups, zero waste programmes and environmental education. Their work helps places feel cared for — streets, parks, waterways and community spaces become healthier, cleaner and more inviting because people have got stuck in together.
What’s especially cool about Beautification Trust is how they weave community pride and connection into everything they do. They reinvest income from practical services like graffiti removal into kaupapa that bring people together, teach young and old about sustainability, and empower folks to take action for their neighbourhoods. From tools shared through community sheds to fun environmental events and hands-on learning opportunities with schools, they’re all about uplifting people and place — a mahi that leaves both the environment and the community feeling a whole lot better.