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Beaches 9 Sep 2024

Beginning the conversation today for our beaches of tomorrow

Auckland Council seeks public input on future coastal management in response to climate change.

Environment 4 Sep 2024

New native plant guide to help iwi, community nurseries prosper

The guide serves as a practical step-by-step reference for establishing and running a nursery for native plants.

Conservation 3 Sep 2024

First ever regional conservation status assessment released on birds in Auckland region

Inventory of Auckland’s bird species released for first time.

Beaches 3 Sep 2024

Successful ‘lighting strike’ on invasive Caulerpa seaweed

A bright light is proving effective for killing Caulerpa seaweed, which is a rapidly spreading invasive seaweed in northeastern New Zealand.

Climate action 3 Sep 2024

Auckland climate grants open for community-led projects

One way of taking action to address climate disruption, e-biking.

Climate action 3 Sep 2024

Virtual eyes enhance Auckland Council’s flood management

AI to the rescue to help improve flood readiness.

Council news 14 Aug 2024

Care for your coast

What do you value about Auckland’s coasts? We’re asking you to have your say and let us know what you think as different Shoreline Adaptation Plans come up for feedback over the course of the year.

Climate action 14 Aug 2024

Auckland Council's path to a greener future

Auckland Council is succeeding in reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability across its $11 billion portfolio of assets.

Have your say 7 Aug 2024

Have Your Say on how we protect Waiheke’s coasts

Waiheke residents are being asked to give feedback to Auckland Council on its plans to manage and protect local coastal areas from the effects of climate change.

Environment 30 Jul 2024

Auckland Council’s $10 million contribution helps Kaipara Moana regeneration efforts

The Kaipara Harbour is a natural wonder in Auckland’s north-west, but sediment run-off into the moana threatens its health.

Environment 22 Jul 2024

Over 1300 flood-affected properties get help to prepare for winter storms

Mayor Wayne Brown offering practical help to clear manhole of bark

Plans / Projects 12 Jul 2024

Auckland Unitary Plan: Changes to raise natural hazard resilience

Auckland Council is progressing work on a change to the Auckland Unitary Plan to strengthen resilience against natural hazards and the impacts of climate change

Beaches 9 Jul 2024

Forum welcomes Manukau Harbour stand

Auckland Council's move to put in place a strategy for improving outcomes for the Manukau Harbour have been welcomed by the Manukau Harbour Forum.

Council news 4 Jul 2024

Auckland Council endorses first flood resilience projects in Māngere and Muriwai

Auckland Council endorses first flood resilience projects in Māngere and Muriwai.

Environment 27 Jun 2024

Achieving better environmental outcomes for the Manukau Harbour

Auckland Council’s Planning, Environment and Parks Committee recently adopted a high-level strategic direction to achieve better environmental outcomes for the Manukau Harbour and endorsed a forward work programme.

Community 11 Jun 2024

Beautification Trust has lengthy mahi recognised

The Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust has been acknowledged for 23 years of service to Tāmaki Makaurau as it moves away from operating as a controlled-organisation of Auckland Council.