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Cleaning up our environment
Five ways to get involved this Earth Day and help the planet
Earth Day is celebrated on 22 April and is a time to reflect on ways we can protect our natural environment and preserve it for future generations.
Compliance soars by 70 percent as developers get smarter with sediment control
Developers getting smarter with sediment compliance
A win for the environment as hefty fine handed out for illegal earthworks in Te Papapa
Illegal earthworks on contaminated site in Te Papapa
Mangrove survey launched
Few plants spark as much debate as mangroves. A survey is underway to find out more.
Harbour pollution seen up close
Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.
Cans for Kai a hit for Westhaven Marina’s boaties
Boaties playing their recycling part this summer
Mana whenua-led project aims to rid Aotea / Great Barrier Island of rats and feral cats
Project aims to rid an island of rats and feral cats!
Blackgate project is a new, greener way forward
Some of us have money in the bank - Glasgow Contractors has concrete, sandbags made from leftover FIFA Women’s World Cup, materials, sugar cane pegs and a host of other carbon-saving initiatives.
Embrace your inner eco-warrior this Recycling Week with these daily activities
Take part in the daily Recycling Week challenges and create new habits that will help the planet.
Cats add to Māui dolphin's plight
Everyone knows cats are a threat to birds, but they are also a problem for Māui dolphins.
Three ways Auckland Council is taking action against climate change
We are working hard to address climate change, and it's not all about reducing emissions! Discover three other ways we're taking action.
Young leaders show the way in fight to enhance the health of Manukau Harbour
Young people are taking a hands-on role in preserving the Manukau Harbour.
Where to for Manukau Harbour shorelines?
Public input is sought into Shoreline Adaptation Plans that will inform the management of large sections of coastline along the Manukau Harbour for the next 100 years.
Young environmental leaders step up
Young environmental leaders have attended a sustainability wānanga.
Students tackling climate change
A group of Auckland schools are coming up with strategies to help tackle climate change, reduce carbon emissions, and create a more sustainable future for New Zealand.
Botanic Gardens become a classroom
Hundreds of children have taken part in Eye on Nature learning sessions.