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‘Shocking’ revelations: the tūi, the pōhutukawa, and the mystery of south Titirangi
Titirangi tūī turning up their toes
Slimy algae on Auckland beaches: What you need to know
Locals and visitors may see slimy algae - usually black or dark green in colour, in the sea and on beaches in the region this summer.
A beginner’s guide to responsible pet ownership in Auckland
Whether a cat, a dog or something more exotic, follow this handy how-to guide on responsible pet ownership to help your furry, fluffy, feathered or scaly friends live their best lives.
Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties
Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.
Aucklanders’ targeted rates working for our region
Cr Richard Hills, Chair of the Policy and Planning Committee says that more than $1 billion, collected specifically for environmental programmes, will be spent over the next ten years.
Caulerpa threat: boaties urged to help stop the spread this summer
Boaties heading out on the water this summer are being urged to take extra care to prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa.
Heavy fine for unauthorised tree trimming on Devonport clifftop
Non compliance with environmental rules brings hefty fine.
Taking a strategic approach to managing sediment
Auckland Council is taking a strategic approach to how we manage sediment (or bare earth) all with the aim of minimising the impact on our environment.
Middleton Stream clearance diverts tonnes of debris from landfill for “new life”
Auckland Council and community group collaborate to clear city stream.
Urgent action needed to save kākahi population in Lake Rototoa
Drastic decline of kākahi signals trouble for the native species.
Prohibited fire season for islands of the Hauraki Gulf from today
Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 2 December 2024.
The curious native orchids of Waikumete Cemetery
Cemeteries are generally thought of as solemn resting places, but at Waikumete Cemetery in west Auckland, between the headstones is a thriving world of beautiful native orchids.
Protecting Lake Tomarata for future generations
The ‘Let’s Protect Our Environment’ consultation, we are seeking your feedback on what the right balance is for biodiversity protection and recreation at Lake Tomarata.
Have Your Say: Let’s protect Auckland’s environment
The ‘Let’s Protect Our Environment’ consultation is open now until 8 December 2024 and Auckland Council is inviting Aucklanders to provide feedback.
Bat tracking and rediscovering the behaviour of a tiny native species
Going into bat for this threatened species.
Auckland diverts over 30,000 tonnes of food scraps from landfill
More than 30,000 tonnes of food scraps contributed by Aucklanders since the food scraps collections began in April last year have been used to produce renewable energy and fertiliser.
