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Beaches 9 Jul 2018

Safeswim receives 2018 Smart Cities Award

IDC today announced Auckland's Safeswim program as the winner of the Smart Water Category, in the Smart Cities Asia Pacific Awards.

Beaches 21 Jun 2018

Tackling erosion at Shelly Beach foreshore

New groynes and a seawall will help fight erosion at Shelly Beach, Kaipara Harbour.

Walkways 11 May 2018

The best way to explore Waiheke

Explore Waiheke’s coastline, pass through native bush and visit historical sites, all in a day’s walk on the Te Ara Hura walkways.

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.

Parks / Outdoors 23 Jan 2018

Glamping, an Auckland Council first

Auckland Council introduces glamping.

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 21 Dec 2017

Look out for algal blooms

While it may look unpleasant and sometimes smell, most algae in our waterways is harmless. However, some species found in Auckland can be harmful to people and animals if ingested.

Beaches 14 Dec 2017

Top water spots for dogs

Animal Management Officers share their top watering holes for dogs.