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Feathered freeloader turns island shed into a nursery
No rent, no rules: kiwi dad squats in Kawau shed.
The ultimate super-mum: Ruahine the kōkako defies age in the Hūnua Ranges
From brink to booming, still breeding at 21 - the kōkako matriarch tells the Hūnua comeback story.
Giving Western Springs lake a fresh start
A deep clean for one of Auckland’s oldest waters will help restore water quality, protect native eels, and honour the cultural heart of Te Wai Ōrea.
Understanding landslides: what you should know
Landslides impact homes, infrastructure, roads and services and the effects of climate change can exacerbate these risks over time.
More notice, more clarity: how stormwater works are changing for property owners
New law brings clearer communication for stormwater and wastewater works
Apply now for Auckland’s new $1m Climate and Emergency Readiness Fund for community action
Backing Auckland communities with funding to build resilience.
Community-led action ramps up for Council’s flood resilience programme as central groups join network
Auckland Council has welcomed four new community organisations from central Auckland into its Making Space for Water programme, marking a key milestone in the city’s community-led approach to flood resilience.
Council calls for applications to help transform water quality across Auckland
Protecting our streams: waterway fund opens for rural landowners.
Auckland flood project wins prestigious award
Groundbreaking Quay Street tunnel project wins Project of the Year.
Blaze sparks wake-up call: Auckland Council urges industry vigilance on battery disposal
Due to the Lithium fire fallout, Auckland Council says industry must play by the rules
Auckland Council urges vigilance against wildfire risks in regional and local parks
Care required when clearing vegetation to help prevent wildifires.
Caulerpa threat: boaties urged to help stop the spread this summer
Boaties heading out on the water this summer are being urged to take extra care to prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa.
Taking a strategic approach to managing sediment
Auckland Council is taking a strategic approach to how we manage sediment (or bare earth) all with the aim of minimising the impact on our environment.
Middleton Stream clearance diverts tonnes of debris from landfill for “new life”
Auckland Council and community group collaborate to clear city stream.
Significant environmental offences deliver hefty fine for contractor
Breaches of the Resource Management Act bring substantial fines for contractor.
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.
