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Community 24 Aug 2018

Rats running riot – pest control tips ahead of winter

Community groups are fighting back against pests who are a threat to our biodiversity and environment.

Waste 24 Aug 2018

3 ways to reduce food waste and save money

An average family in New Zealand will throw nearly three shopping trolleys of edible food in the bin every year.

Community 23 Aug 2018

Celebrating Auckland – funding for regional events

Auckland Council’s Community Development and Safety Committee has approved $408,000 in funding for regional events.

Environment 16 Aug 2018

Auckland Region Ballance Farm Awards

The search is on for environmentally sustainable farmers and growers.

Environment 15 Aug 2018

Single-use plastic bags to be phased out

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announces single-use plastic bags will be phased out over the next year.

Community 15 Aug 2018

More parks and open space for Auckland

Council has spent $43.7 million purchasing new parks and open space.

14-24 year olds 3 Aug 2018

Community zero-waste leaders recognised

Community members leading the way to zero-waste were recognised at the Auckland Community Zero Waste Hui & Awards last week.

Parks / Outdoors 31 Jul 2018

Celebrate World Ranger Day

It's time for us to celebrate all the great things our park rangers do for Auckland.

Transport 24 Jul 2018

What makes a street healthy?

Lucy Saunders will speak at Auckland Conversations on healthy streets for Aucklanders.

Community 24 Jul 2018

7 ways to eat well and spend less this winter

Winter can be an expensive time of year. Check out these tips from Love Food Hate Waste for eating healthy food for less money.

Arts 19 Jul 2018

Eight free things to do in Auckland

Low on funds this winter? Here are some ideas on how to get the best of Auckland for free.

14-24 year olds 9 Jul 2018

Māori Innovation Challenge winners reached for the stars

The stars were aligned for winners of the DIGMYIDEA Māori Innovation Challenge during Matariki.

Beaches 9 Jul 2018

Safeswim receives 2018 Smart Cities Award

IDC today announced Auckland's Safeswim program as the winner of the Smart Water Category, in the Smart Cities Asia Pacific Awards.

Community 9 Jul 2018

Gender equality still an important conversation

Auckland Council’s Community Development and Safety Committee met on 5 July to discuss ongoing gender equality issues in New Zealand.

Arts 4 Jul 2018

Got a great idea for a creative project?

Make it a reality with Creative Communities Scheme funding. Applications are now open for the current round of grants.

Sports / Leisure 2 Jul 2018

Tips for making exercise a regular part of your week

Exercising can sometimes feel like a chore, so how can we find the motivation to be active regularly?