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Development 2 Jun 2023

Celebrating 1047 new city centre trees this Arbour Day

It’s Arbour Day on 5 June, the day that our majestic, silent, green, shade-givers and carbon absorbers get their time in the sun.

Environment 31 May 2023

Three social enterprises that are fighting plastic pollution

From fully recyclable packaging to local clean-up events, these Auckland-based social enterprises are helping the planet and its people.

Environment 31 May 2023

Attend a community tree planting day – it’s good for you and the planet

If you’re looking for a new way to boost your wellbeing, participating in a community tree planting day is a great option.

Community 31 May 2023

New board-funded EcoHub a win for Kaipātiki

Nearly 400 keen environmentalists have been through the doors of Kaipātiki Project’s new EcoHub since it opened late last year.

Community 31 May 2023

Waiheke board grants make it happen on the motu

Over $60,000 of funding has been delivered to 18 Waiheke community groups in Waiheke Local Board’s latest grants round. 

Community 30 May 2023

The best of Ecofest 2023 on Waiheke

Waiheke locals were treated to over 80 interactive events promoting sustainable living including fashion shows, upcycling workshops and sustainability tours as part of Ecofest 2023.

Community 29 May 2023

Manukau Harbour Forum plans to plant

Manukau Harbour Forum will use unspent funds to buy native plants to improve the harbour's health.

Environment 24 May 2023

Reducing overflows and protecting local waterways in Bayview and Beach Haven

Construction is underway on a $22m wastewater pipeline that will reduce the risk of overflows into local waterways like Kaipatiki Creek, improve access and service issues and cater for population growth in the Bayview and Beach Haven areas.

Events39 Results

05 Jun 2023 - 03 Jul 2023

Arbor Day - Tree Benefit Cards

The Tree Benefit Cards have been developed to show the environmental service benefits that trees can provide.

29 Apr 2023 - 27 Jun 2023

Eskdale Restoration Champions with Kaipātiki Project

Become a champion for our environment and make a real difference in preserving this beautiful ecological area.

27 May 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Manurewa Guided Walks

Get introduced to safe walking routes through the community and gentle nature paths to enjoy with loved ones.

08 Jun 2023

Beach clean up for World Ocean Day

Let's celebrate World Ocean Day together with a beach clean.

10 Jun 2023

Manurewa Repair Café

Bring along your broken household goods and sit with a volunteer and see how they can help you repair and save it from landfill.

10 Jun 2023

Nimrod Reserve Planting Day - Upper Harbour

Let's make a difference and contribute to the beautification of Nimrod Reserve.

10 Jun 2023

Visy Open Day

Take a tour of the Visy Recycling site in Onehunga and learn more about kerbside recycling.

10 Jun 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Free Guided Rides - Glen Innes

Try the brand new Te Ara ki Uta ki Tai cycle connection.