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Environment 10 Aug 2018

Six ways to use fewer plastic bags now

Both Countdown and New World have committed to phasing out single-use plastic bags at checkouts by the end of the year. But why wait? Here are some tips for reducing your reliance on plastic bags of all kinds today.

Waste 7 Aug 2018

Keep the plastic-free habit going

Plastic Free July is over but you can still do your part for the environment.

14-24 year olds 3 Aug 2018

Community zero-waste leaders recognised

Community members leading the way to zero-waste were recognised at the Auckland Community Zero Waste Hui & Awards last week.

Environment 2 Aug 2018

Entries closing soon for Mayoral Conservation Awards

Auckland is celebrating its first ever Mayoral Conservation Awards.

Environment 1 Aug 2018

WANTED – Visionary ideas and ambitious solutions

What does an ambitious climate action plan look like to you?

Environment 31 Jul 2018

The vision for Auckland 2050 now online

The Auckland Plan 2050, which sets the direction for Auckland’s future and how the region will grow and change over the next 30 years, is now available online.

Environment 16 Jul 2018

Global competition seeks best innovations for megacities

Startup innovation competition seeks the next generation of technologies, business models, and platforms to help megacities.

Environment 12 Jul 2018

Captive population of rare skink established

A secure population of the critically endangered Chesterfield skink has been established in captivity.

Environment 11 Jul 2018

What are you doing for Plastic Free July?

Get involved with these events, challenges and groups for Plastic Free July.

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.

Environment 5 Jul 2018

Council goes to High Court over planning appeals

Almost all 108 appeals against the Auckland Unitary Plan (AUP) have now been resolved.

Environment 27 Jun 2018

Water projects in Auckland

Here are some of the water projects and upgrades recently completed in Auckland.

Environment 26 Jun 2018

Tips for starting your own pest-control group

Our top tips for starting a pest-control group in your neighbourhood.

Environment 21 Jun 2018

Zoo welcomes cotton-top tamarin babies

Monkeys born on 11 June healthy and happy.

Community 19 Jun 2018

Disposing of moth plant pods

How can we get rid of these pesky pest plants?

Community 18 Jun 2018

Help develop Auckland's climate action plan

How should we adapt to a changing climate?