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Community 23 Mar 2017

Helping international students stay safe in our city

Moving across the world to study can be a daunting experience. Study Auckland is here to help with a series of informative videos, on everything from finding somewhere to live to reporting a crime.

Environment 10 Mar 2017

Stepping up our climate game

Malcolm Shield is the City of Vancouver’s Climate Policy Manager, who is currently working with C40.

Beaches 22 Feb 2017

Five free places for a fun family day out

We’ve picked some of our favourite Auckland spots to take the family and make the most of the last few weeks of warm weather.

Educational 31 Jan 2017

Trade Me pledges to help young Aucklanders find jobs

The programme is designed to help Auckland’s 23,000 young jobseekers (15-24 years) who are not in education, employment or training (NEET).

Community 11 Jan 2017

Discover these heritage sites in our city

The Auckland region is a treasure trove of heritage gems, and the long heady days of summer are a wonderful time to explore them.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

Check online before taking the plunge

Checking the water quality of your favourite swimming spot is now much easier, thanks to a new feature on the Land, Air and Water Aotearoa website.

Educational 16 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Strangely Beautiful Australia

Join Ectotherm and Birds curator Richard Gibson on a sneak peek tour through the zoo's newest precinct before it opens to visitors on 17 December.

Educational 15 Dec 2016

Santa’s helpers’ tips for a joyful Christmas

There’s a small team of unsung 'Santa’s helpers' looking out for public safety and keeping the peace between neighbours and revellers.

Educational 12 Dec 2016

Drive drink-free this holiday season

The only safe choice is to drive drink-free, advises Auckland Transport.

Transport 9 Dec 2016

Rugby kids lead 'slow down' campaign

The Pakuranga Rugby Club has joined Auckland Transport's 'Love Being a Local' campaign to promote safer speeds on roads.

Environment 7 Dec 2016

Meet Food Waste Champion Tracey Lee

For this Chinese-Kiwi, growing up in a family of market gardeners has meant an ingrained appreciation of where food comes from.

Educational 2 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Meerkat mealtime

Carnivore keeper Ellie loves looking after our mischievous mob of meerkats.

Food / Drink 23 Nov 2016

10 top tips to tackle leftovers

Don't leave those leftovers lurking in your fridge! Check out some of our savvy ways to make sure everything gets eaten.

Food / Drink 22 Nov 2016

AUT students make the most of food waste

Auckland Council has been working with the talented students at the AUT catering school to inspire Aucklanders to love their leftovers in a bid to reduce food waste.

Educational 14 Nov 2016

Discover Auckland's wetlands

Discover a world of wonderful wet places, perfect for walks, boating, canoeing, bird watching and fishing.

Transport 11 Nov 2016

Schools recognised for their commitment to safety

Hundreds of children have been recognised for their involvement in Auckland Transport's Travelwise programme.