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Environment 7 Dec 2018

Locals supported to help preserve ecological treasure

Areas of lava rock forest in Epsom are being preserved by locals with help from Albert-Eden Local Board.

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Environment 5 Dec 2018

Council tackles sediment contamination

Councillors have endorsed a report on reducing sedimentation in Auckland's waterways.

Parks / Outdoors 5 Dec 2018

New boardwalk and pocket park for New Lynn

Flood resilience has been improved and a new play area and boardwalk built in previously flood-damaged areas.

Environment 4 Dec 2018

Port to build hydrogen production and refuelling facility

Ports of Auckland has committed to build a hydrogen production and refuelling facility at its Waitematā port.

Beaches 30 Nov 2018

Waiheke beach area closed to dogs

Closure will protect nesting dotterels.

Community 30 Nov 2018

Parade goes fossil fuel free

Organisers are taking a green approach to this year's Waiheke Island Christmas parade.

Development 30 Nov 2018

Council green lights bold, new city centre plans

Queen Street valley will become a pedestrian-friendly and premier destination.

Events50 Results

20 Aug 2024

How you can recycle right

Brush up on your recycling knowledge as new national standards come into effect.

03 Sep 2024

Sort Your Space & Clear Your Mind Using the KonMari Method

Join Celine Sumic, certified KonMari Consultant, as she discusses how you can achieve more joy in...

12 Sep 2024

Tiny Seeds to Tasty Feasts: Growing your own salad ingredient

Create a salad using freshly harvested greens, and a wilted green salad dressing.

15 Oct 2024

Food scraps collections service

Learn about the benefits of recycling food scraps and how these scraps will be turned into clean...

16 Nov 2024 - 17 Nov 2024

Go Green Expo 2024

Get inspired to live that healthy lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.

02 Dec 2024

Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period. 

08 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Grey Lynn Library - Ngā Tamariki o Matariki

Join us for these school holidays events.

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Devonport Library School Holiday Programme

Free school holiday activities for tamariki.