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Climate action 7 May 2025

Auckland Council steps up to reduce flood risk in Stanmore Bay

From soccer balls to mangroves: Auckland Council clears the stream for safer storms.

Environment 6 May 2025

Local environment prioritised, thanks to targeted rate

A targeted rate that protects and restores Auckland’s environment is delivering beyond its investment, thanks to the support of partners and volunteers.

Council news 6 May 2025

Pest eradication to remove wallabies and possums from Kawau Island gets under way

The first stage of Auckland Council's project with landowners and residents on an operation to restore native forest on Kawau Island by removing wallabies and possums is under way.

Cleaning up our environment 5 May 2025

Blaze sparks wake-up call: Auckland Council urges industry vigilance on battery disposal

Due to the Lithium fire fallout, Auckland Council says industry must play by the rules

Conservation 5 May 2025

Rare reef heron numbers decline in Auckland

Survey reveals status of threatened reef heron

Parks / Outdoors 2 May 2025

Help shape the future of Henderson-Massey parks

Henderson-Massey locals have more than 230 parks in their area and their views are needed to help shape how they are managed.

Council news 1 May 2025

Hihi thrive in new regional park home

A conservation effort led by Auckland Council rangers to assist one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured native birds is delivering groundbreaking results.

Council news 1 May 2025

Auckland Council botanical pioneer retires

After 48 years and many career highlights, Auckland Council’s Manager of Auckland Botanic Gardens Jack Hobbs is stepping down.   

Events94 Results

31 Jan 2026

Summer Fun in the Park 2026

Celebrate the end of the summer holidays with a fun-filled morning of FREE entertainment for the...

13 Dec 2025 - 18 Apr 2026

Beach Yoga

Stretch, breathe, and find your calm by the sea in a welcoming outdoor class.

16 Sep 2025 - 31 Jan 2026

Grow Your Own Greens

Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...

01 Feb 2026

Clothing swap

Bring up to 5 pieces of clean, undamaged clothing to swap and get the opportunity to take home up...

01 Feb 2026

World Wetland Day Festival

Explore, play, and discover at Matuku Link – a free, family-friendly day of wildlife, wetlands, c...

15 Dec 2025 - 11 Feb 2026

Community Fitness

Get active, push your limits, and have a blast with high-energy fitness sessions

13 Jan 2026 - 17 Feb 2026

Ranger Guided Walks

Discover the unique native flora and fauna of this forest ecosystem and learn about key environme...

28 May 2025 - 28 May 2026

New Lynn Community Hub Seed Library

Sow and share at our seed library!