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Environment 11 Mar 2019

Our top tips for saving water

Find out how you can save money and help the environment by reducing your water consumption.

Cultural 11 Mar 2019

Learning from tikanga Māori

Auckland Council's Mana Whenua Kaitiaki Forum has put forward a holistic view of how water is managed.

Environment 4 Mar 2019

Remember to check your septic tank

Help keep our water network clean and healthy by maintaining your septic tank.

Environment 1 Mar 2019

Third Queensland fruit fly found in Northcote area

Further biosecurity restrictions on the movement of fruit and vegetables in the Auckland suburb of Northcote are being put in place, following the discovery of a third Queensland fruit fly in the area.

Waste 1 Mar 2019

Keeping our waterways free of waste

How we're stopping hazardous substances entering our waterways.

Community 28 Feb 2019

Meet a Pest-Free Hero – eCoTrack

Meet February's Pest-Free Hero, eCoTrack, a winner of a Mayoral Conservation Award.

Cycling 18 Feb 2019

Make a pledge to cycle to work during Bike Month

Cycling to work is a win that’s good for your wallet, your health and the planet, swap four wheels for two this Bike Month.

Environment 15 Feb 2019

Protecting Auckland’s natural environment

Progress update on the Natural Environment and Water Quality Targeted Rates.

Waste 12 Feb 2019

Grants available for food waste champions

Apply now for Auckland Council’s Love Food Hate Waste Fund.

Environment 24 Jan 2019

Domain tree succumbs to Dutch elm disease

Dutch elm disease has been confirmed on a large Huntingdon elm tree in the Auckland Domain, located near the band rotunda.

Environment 14 Jan 2019

Top tips for reducing soft plastic use

Auckland Council is encouraging Aucklanders to make efforts to reduce their consumption of soft plastics.

Beaches 11 Jan 2019

How to relax and recharge in Auckland this summer

Here are four ways to get a bit of peace and quiet this summer in Auckland.

Environment 20 Dec 2018

Global recognition for Auckland leadership on climate action

Tackling climate change starts with cities.

Pest Free 20 Dec 2018

Meet a Pest Free Hero – Kaipatiki Project nursery

For December's hero, OurAuckland meets another winner of the Mayoral Conservation Awards.

Environment 5 Dec 2018

Council tackles sediment contamination

Councillors have endorsed a report on reducing sedimentation in Auckland's waterways.

Development 30 Nov 2018

Council green lights bold, new city centre plans

Queen Street valley will become a pedestrian-friendly and premier destination.