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Water and wastewater prices to increase from 1 July 2021
Prices for water and wastewater services in Auckland will increase by 7 per cent from 1 July 2021
Council releases maps of areas susceptible to coastal erosion
Digital maps showing the areas of the 3200km Tāmaki Makaurau coastline that may be affected by coastal erosion will be available on the council’s online mapping platform from this weekend.
Auckland Council leads the way at annual park awards
A successful night at the annual New Zealand Parks Awards for Auckland Council was topped off with Community Ranger Glenn Browne taking out the Parks Person of the Year.
Scuttlers’ defence sinks following successful prosecution by Auckland Council
Two men have been found guilty of intentionally scuttling a boat in a marine reserve, following a successful prosecution by Auckland Council.
End of fireworks sales at The Warehouse welcomed by Tūpuna Maunga Authority
The Tūpuna Maunga Authority welcomes the decision by The Warehouse to cease the sale of fireworks, announced Monday 24 May.
Hundreds turn up for the Te Puhinui Big Clean 2021
Local whānau, community groups and businesses came out in force to participate in the ‘Te Puhinui Clean Up Day’ earlier this month.
Henderson-Massey reveals action plan to fight climate change
A plan of action that identifies opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase resilience to climate change in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area has been approved.
How much do you know about our native birds?
Our team of experts have put together some exciting facts about our precious native birds. Do you know which bird can sound like a car alarm?
Final farewell to Atiu Creek family
Auckland Council pays tribute to Jackie Chatelanat.
New survey to study kauri health in Waitākere Ranges
Auckland Council surveys public land to monitor kauri dieback disease and for the first time will be extending its approach to include healthy trees in its studies.
Takapuna Beach home to ancient fossilised forest
At the northern end of Takapuna Beach, curious-looking basalt formations can be seen across the shore platform at low tide.
Major track upgrades begin on Māngere Mountain
Significant track enhancements are about to begin on Te Pane o Mataoho / Te Ara Pueru / Māngere Mountain aimed at preserving historic pā features and providing a safer, enhanced visitor experience.
Dams approach half full but Auckland’s water supply is stable
More dry weather means Auckland’s dams may again drop below half full, but Watercare says the city’s water supply is in a better position this year thanks to its new water sources and the community’s ongoing water-saving efforts.
Safely disposing of electronic waste
Around 80,000 tonnes of e-waste is generated every year but only an estimated two per cent of that waste is recycled, with the rest ending up in landfills across the country.
Explainer: Auckland Council’s livestock management and farming operations
Auckland Council is one of the largest urban farmers in the region, covering nearly 1500 hectares of coastal pasture across 20 of its farmed regional parks, spreading from Rodney in the north down to Franklin in the south.
Auckland’s long term water resilience on track as Council, Watercare commit to ambitious targets
Technology, including smart meters in all homes by 2034, will empower Aucklanders to reassess their relationship with water.
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