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Good COP, Bad COP: Where did the historic Paris agreement land?
Some say the Paris agreement is “the world’s greatest diplomatic success”. Some say it doesn’t go far enough. Since I’ve read the text (and was in Paris), here’s my take on where things landed.
Auckland’s climate change effort acknowledged on world stage
Auckland has been admitted to the world’s leading local government climate change action group, C40.
Zoo tales: Release the skinks!
This week on Zoo Tales, Auckland Zoo travels to Rotoroa Island to release 80 shore skinks.
Pilot of all-access restrooms in council offices planned
As a way of acknowledging the diversity of Auckland Council's staff and visitors and their individual needs, the council is looking into a pilot programme to introduce ‘all-access’ restrooms.
Preparing Auckland for rising sea levels
The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment has released a report on sea level rise, with recommendations for an overhaul of the way New Zealand is preparing for the impacts of climate change.
Port Future Study consultants appointed
A group of independent consultants has been chosen to identify and evaluate options for the long-term future of Auckland’s port.
Winning the battle against graffiti vandalism
Incidents of tagging have reduced since the council's graffiti vandalism prevention service was set up.
Council’s commitment to energy savings
Auckland Council has announced a commitment to improve the way it uses energy, as part of a three-year partnership with the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA).
Auckland scorecard up 19 per cent
Aucklanders are enjoying better public transport, higher incomes, are better educated and have cleaner beaches.
Council to help with illegal dumping 'hot spot'
Auckland Council is offering to help a private landowner in efforts to deter future dumping at an illegal dumping ‘hot spot’ in Robertson Rd, Mangere.
Zoo Tales: A very tired turtle
Auckland Zoo's vets care for a sea turtle that washed up on 90 Mile Beach – tired, hungry and dehydrated.
Auckland’s air quality improves: State of Environment report
Auckland Council’s latest State of Environment report shows some positive results for the region’s air quality.
Sustainability awards finalists
Auckland Council is proud to have a number of its people and projects on the shortlist of finalists for the NZI Sustainable Business Network Awards 2015
First pick-ups for new inorganic waste collection
Inorganic collections have changed - here's how to make the most of the new service.
Challenges for Auckland's environment
Auckland Council has now released its state of the environment report, The Health of Auckland’s Natural Environment In 2015.
Auckland Transport considers feedback on berm planting
Auckland Transport has received feedback from local boards on the subject of planting berms and is now considering that feedback.
