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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 28 Dec 2016

Top water safety tips

Enjoy Auckland's beautiful water over raumati, but remember: kia tūpato (be careful) and stay safe out there.

Beaches 18 Oct 2016

10 tips for dog owners this summer

Summer is the perfect time to take your canine friend for regular short walks, longer outings and even short stays away.

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 24 Nov 2015

Auckland swimming beaches among safest in world

Auckland Council’s water quality monitoring programme, Safeswim, begins for the season.

Beaches 24 Nov 2015

Five years as a united Auckland – Part 6: A healthy city

In the final of our six-part series, we look initiatives to make Auckland’s environment healthier.

Dogs 17 Nov 2015

Top tips to keep dogs safe

Auckland Council encourages the use of positive reinforcement as the best way to train your dog.

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.

Beaches 28 Oct 2015

Enjoy our amazing region

Make the most of the great outdoors in Auckland.

Beaches 1 Oct 2015

Volunteers in our regional parks

Every winter, volunteers plant tens of thousands of plants, helping to restore habitats and provide safe havens for native fauna.