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Conservation 11 Dec 2025

The bats of summer: party animals with wings

Tiny party animals: how bats holiday like humans.

Council news 11 Dec 2025

Safeguarding our coasts: final two shoreline adaptation plans confirmed for Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council has confirmed two more shoreline adaptation plans for Tāmaki Makaurau, bringing the total to 20, completing the programme.

Environment 3 Dec 2025

Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties

Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.

Plans / Projects 3 Dec 2025

A plan that holds water: Auckland Council stormwater services get government stamp of approval

Central government has backed Auckland Council’s stormwater services for being high quality and efficiently run.

14-24 year olds 1 Dec 2025

Green Road: A park for everyone to enjoy

This park at Green Road, Dairy Flat is a much-loved local spot with the community at its heart and a best-kept secret waiting for you to discover.

Council news 1 Dec 2025

Prohibited fire season for Hauraki Gulf islands from today

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has today announced that all islands of the Hauraki Gulf have entered a prohibited fire season from 1 December, until further notice.

Akl Paths 28 Nov 2025

Kaipātiki track upgrades connect families to nature

Beach Haven resident Minnie Leonard says recent improvements to local tracks and paths have made a real difference to her young family's daily life. 

Conservation 26 Nov 2025

Tiny but mighty: black mudfish rediscovered in Helensville wetland

Hidden in plain sight: secretive black mudfish rediscovered on Auckland’s west coast.

Events95 Results

09 Jan 2026

Green Bay Stream Care Session

Help restore the Waitahurangi Awa with a hands-on community clean-up and pest plant removal day,...

10 Jan 2026 - 06 Jun 2026

Dragon Beats

Drum, dance, and celebrate with vibrant music and rhythm activities.

13 Jan 2026

Create a Corn Husk Doll at the Botanic Gardens

In this activity, kids will learn how to make their very own traditional corn husk dolls—just lik...

13 Jan 2026 - 24 Jan 2026

Summer holidays at Devonport Library

There’s something for everyone, ready for you to enjoy at your own pace!

14 Jan 2026

Take a walk on the grassy side

We will share some tips and tricks to learning to identify grasses, which can be tricky, so bring...

14 Jan 2026 - 19 Jan 2026

Wellness Riders Skate Clinic

Community skate sessions focused on fun, fitness, and friendship

15 Jan 2026

Junior Ranger Explorer Walk

Explore nature and become a Junior Ranger at Glendene Reserve with hands-on activities like bug h...

15 Jan 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Pop Up Play - Pasifika Play

Enjoy cultural games and creative play in a vibrant community setting.