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Beaches 2 Feb 2017

Muriwai Beach Campground reopens for Waitangi weekend

Improvements have been completed and the popular campground is ready for visitors.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 31 Jan 2017

Coast always at risk of tsunami

Whether you are visiting Auckland, or venturing out to the coast, all of New Zealand’s coast line is at risk of tsunami at any time.

Beaches 18 Mar 2016

Reminder about set netting at Arkles Bay

Auckland Council is reminding people about safety around set netting at Arkles Bay.

Beaches 23 Feb 2016

Swimmers at Waiheke advised to wash off

Swimmers at all Waiheke beaches are advised to wash off after being in the sea water.

Beaches 11 Feb 2016

Skippers earn Harbourmaster's praise

Auckland Harbourmaster, Andrew Hayton, is very pleased with the level of compliance with the carrying and wearing of lifejackets on the Manukau Harbour.

Beaches 2 Feb 2016

Forum shares tips on Manukau Harbour care

Businesses based on the catchments of the Manukau Harbour have received practical advice on how to be more harbour friendly in their everyday business practices.

Environment 24 Nov 2015

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.

Beaches 17 Nov 2015

Auckland scorecard up 19 per cent

Aucklanders are enjoying better public transport, higher incomes, are better educated and have cleaner beaches.