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Auckland Council gets back into environmental action

Auckland Council staff and contractors will be back out in the field as early as next week to resume work protecting and enhancing the region’s natural environment.

Hunt for elusive intruder uncovers surprising activity on pest free island

Cameras on Motukorea/Browns Island in the Hauraki Gulf have captured footage of Aucklanders accessing the island during both lockdown Alert Levels 4 and 3.

Celebrating Auckland's rangers on World Ranger Day

Read our Q&A with our park rangers and learn more about the important work they do around the region.

What to grow and eat this winter

Auckland Council’s Live Lightly team share their tips for what to grow and eat during the winter season and how to improve your garden’s sustainability.

Register your dog now and make the most of early payment discount

Auckland Council is reminding dog owners to take advantage of this year’s early payment registration option.

Emergency Budget "hardest" in memory

Councillors faced tough decisions around the budget cuts, while endeavouring to deliver public services to Aucklanders.

Auckland Council urges responsible cat ownership

Keep your moggy safe and check out our guidelines for being a responsible cat owner.

Auckland to South East Asia – no passport required at Auckland Zoo

With the opening of a new primate habitat for orangutans and siamangs at Auckland Zoo, Kiwis can now embark on the first leg of an amazing wildlife experience through South East Asia.

Pets get final okay for travel on trains

Pets will now be allowed to travel on Auckland's trains following two trials and a survey of train customers.

Bird poisoning not council contractor

Auckland Council says its contractors are not to blame for the birds found poisoned in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park over the weekend.

Matariki Festival Diary: Kids

Check out the best events for kids in Matariki Festival 2019.

100 ways to maintain your well-being with parks

Parks are an incredible way to improve our well-being, so here are 100 ideas to get you started.

Look after Auckland's wildlife while you enjoy the outdoors

Getting out into nature is great for our health but it’s important to think about the wildlife before leaving home.

Auckland Council supporting rural communities as dry weather continues

March brings change of rules for dog owners

Winter rules come into effect for dog owners from 1 March. See the council website for full information.

Meet Auckland's park protectors

As Aucklanders flock to our 27 stunning regional parks over the summer months, we celebrate four Auckland Council park rangers.