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Conservation 4 Dec 2024

Pest control moves to the next level in Upper Harbour

The Wai Roa ō Kahu / Upper Harbour Pest Management Strategy makes it easier to carry out pest control projects in Upper Harbour.

Conservation 27 Nov 2024

The curious native orchids of Waikumete Cemetery

Cemeteries are generally thought of as solemn resting places, but at Waikumete Cemetery in west Auckland, between the headstones is a thriving world of beautiful native orchids.

Conservation 18 Nov 2024

Bat tracking and rediscovering the behaviour of a tiny native species

Going into bat for this threatened species.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Papakura Stream helpers celebrate progress

There are thousands more plants along the Papakura Stream's banks thanks to committed volunteers.

Community 2 Oct 2024

Exciting progress at Botanic Gardens

There's lots happening behind the scenes at Auckland Botanic Gardens.

Akl Paths 6 Sep 2024

Board backs Pahurehure islands recognition

Papakura Local Board has supported a plan change to recognise the relationship mana whenua have with sites.

Beaches 30 Aug 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.

Conservation 28 Aug 2024

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

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