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Environment 12 Apr 2018

Calling together a dotterel forum

You’ve heard of a baby-sitter, a dog-walker – but ever come across a dotterel minder?

Dogs 4 Apr 2018

Top tips for happy winter dogs

Winter is coming so it’s nearly time to dig out those winter woollies and get the raincoat ready.

Beaches 28 Mar 2018

A summer of Safeswim

Safeswim is changing the way we think about our water.

Beaches 13 Feb 2018

Safeswim: jump online before you jump in the water

Auckland Council's Safeswim forecasting programme is up and running.

Community 5 Feb 2018

Watch the swells and wear a lifejacket

The sun may be out but don’t be fooled into thinking conditions are safe, Auckland’s rock fishing safety task force warns fishers.

Beaches 2 Feb 2018

Your Safeswim questions answered

Since the launch of the Safeswim programme last November there have been a lot of questions about what it is and why we’ve done it. Here are answers to the most common questions.

Beaches 31 Jan 2018

How to tell if it's too hot to walk your dog

As the region swelters in record temperatures, dog owners are being reminded to prevent burnt paws.

Waste 22 Jan 2018

Enhancing Okahu Bay's water quality

The new Okahu Bay stormwater and wastewater separation project aims to address some of the overflow issues in Auckland.

Beaches 19 Jan 2018

Safeswim – an inside look at how it works

Discover how Auckland Council's Safeswim website works.

Beaches 19 Jan 2018

Help dogs beat the heat

With soaring temperatures, make sure to keep your furry friends cool in the heat.

Beaches 27 Nov 2017

Tips to stay safe at the beach

If you’re hitting the beach this summer, remember to stay safe. Follow these tips from Surf Life Saving Northern Region so that everyone has a great time.

Beaches 29 Sep 2017

QuizAKL! How well do you know Auckland's beaches?

Test your seaside savvy with our latest quiz.

Beaches 27 Sep 2017

Auckland Council leads the way in erosion and sediment control

Auckland Council has worked with industry experts and mana whenua to produce the GD05 document, which provides guidance for regulators and developers to safely and effectively incorporate sediment control practices into all scales of land developm...

Beaches 1 Sep 2017

QuizAKL! Are you an expert in all things Auckland?

Test your knowledge of Auckland with our latest quiz.

Beaches 3 Mar 2017

Jellyfish stings reported at Auckland beaches

Auckland Council is warning swimmers to exercise caution following recent reports of jellyfish at some east coast beaches.

Beaches 22 Feb 2017

Five free places for a fun family day out

We’ve picked some of our favourite Auckland spots to take the family and make the most of the last few weeks of warm weather.