Environment

Environment 1 May 2019

The health benefits of green spaces

Being close to nature is good for our heads, our hearts and our lungs, new research shows.

Environment 30 Apr 2019

The launch of a new solar-powered system on Great Barrier Island has been a success.

Community 29 Apr 2019

Meet our April pest free hero, the final winner of the Mayoral Conservation Awards, Frazer Dale.

Environment 29 Apr 2019

Thirteen local tracks in the Waitākere Ranges are set to be temporarily closed to prevent the spread of kauri dieback.

Environment 24 Apr 2019

Around fifty elm trees in Devonport are infected with Dutch elm disease and must be removed to prevent the disease from spreading further.

Pest Free 23 Apr 2019

Take care of kauri this Easter Weekend by following the rules and paying attention to track closures.

Waste 23 Apr 2019

Waiheke Local Board has called for a phase-out of all plastic bags and single-use plastic products.

Environment 23 Apr 2019

A harbour-wide beach clean-up is being planned in Manukau and organisers are looking for volunteers.