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Plans / Projects 13 Aug 2019

Targeted rates helping to improve environment and water quality

Auckland Council’s Environment and Community Committee received a progress report today on the targeted rates work programme.

Environment 13 Aug 2019

Contractor set to be appointed to remove Titirangi Chickens

The removal and rehoming of the chickens from Titirangi Village is a step closer, following the news that Auckland Council is set to appoint a contractor.

Beaches 13 Aug 2019

Like-minds and moving messages at Manukau Harbour Symposium

The Manukau Harbour is under significant threat and communities taking the environmental mantel is the most important way to protect its health according to environmental experts at the 2019 Manukau Harbour Symposium.

Environment 9 Aug 2019

Big dry continues through July

The big dry continued through July with the Hunua Ranges – home to Auckland’s four largest water supply dams – receiving significantly less rainfall than normal.

Environment 8 Aug 2019

Pests under pressure in Hauraki Gulf

Auckland Council is investing money raised from the Natural Environment Targeted Rate into pest control across our region.

Community 7 Aug 2019

Bright future planned for Papakura

A bold vision for Papakura’s future has been outlined to business leaders and developers.

Environment 7 Aug 2019

Entries open for regional Ballance Farm Awards

The Ballance Farm Environment Awards for 2019-2020 are now open, promoting sustainable farming and growing throughout New Zealand.

Environment 6 Aug 2019

The little boat that can

Meet the autonomous boat helping scientists investigate water quality decline in some of Auckland's lakes.

Events97 Results

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

12 Feb 2026

Extreme drought resistance of grass - Public Talk

Come along for a public presentation from researchers at the University of Auckland about the bio...

12 Feb 2026 - 12 Mar 2026

Seniors give it a go

Friendly, fun activities designed for seniors to get active and social.

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.

18 Feb 2026 - 25 Mar 2026

Botanical Art Classes

The heritage gardens at Highwic offer a vivid tapestry of seasonal colour as inspiration – from t...

20 Feb 2026

Living in the sky - talk on grass roofs

Celebrate our Tangled Roots exhibition by discovering innovative ways grasses are being integrate...

13 Dec 2025 - 21 Mar 2026

Basque Park Summer Series

Set in the park’s natural amphitheatre, the event will feature live music, roaming performers, ar...

25 Feb 2026

Pekapeka Tales: Uncovering Aotearoa’s Hidden Mammals

Join us to uncover the surprising musical lives of these elusive creatures and what their songs r...