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Beaches 13 Nov 2018

Auckland Council reaffirms commitment to tackling climate change

Auckland Council continues to address our changing climate and recommits to membership of the C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group.

Waste 13 Nov 2018

Mayor Goff calls for harsher penalties for illegal dumpers

Mayor Phil Goff has welcomed the second successful prosecution of an illegal dumper in two weeks.

Environment 19 Oct 2018

Protect kauri this weekend

We all need to do our part to keep our kauri standing.

Environment 18 Oct 2018

Protecting Auckland's heritage trees

Heritage arborists West Fynn and Nick Stott keep our protected trees safe.

Dogs 17 Oct 2018

Protecting kauri while dog walking

If you’re walking in kauri areas, remember to keep your dogs on a lead and on the track.

Environment 1 Oct 2018

The future of conservation discussed at Pestival 2018

More than 500 people attended Pestival to learn about conservation efforts throughout Auckland.

Pest Free 28 Sep 2018

How to become a pest-trapping hero

Trapping and capturing pests makes a big difference to our environment. Here are a few tips to get you started.

Environment 28 Sep 2018

Climate Change and Business Conference 2018

Business leaders, ministers and organisations are gathering in Auckland for the Climate Change & Business Conference.

Environment 27 Sep 2018

Reaching rabbit-free maunga

Rabbits – adored by many as pets but also one of the most invasive and destructive pests.

Community 24 Sep 2018

Winners of inaugural Mayoral Conservation Awards announced

Conservationists recognised for their passion, innovation and dedication.

Environment 21 Sep 2018

Leaders commit to tackling climate change

Council organisations have joined a coalition committed to addressing the issue of climate change.

Dogs 20 Sep 2018

Take care around sheep during lambing season

Help us keep sheep safe from dogs.

Environment 20 Sep 2018

The fight to save our forests

Native trees are under threat from harmful pathogens. Find out what you can do to help.

Community 19 Sep 2018

Waiheke aiming to become world's first predator-free urban island

Ambitious plan to rid Waiheke of pests.

Environment 17 Sep 2018

Managing cats to protect biodiversity

Pest management is an important tool for ensuring the protection of New Zealand’s biodiversity.

Community 14 Sep 2018

Restoring Lake Pupuke a high environmental priority

What's tipping our taonga into decline?