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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.

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.

Pest Free 27 Nov 2018

Meet a Pest Free Hero – Windy Hill Sanctuary

Meet the group trapping pests and restoring native wildlife on Great Barrier Island.

Environment 22 Nov 2018

Auckland Council welcomes support for Sea Change

The council welcomes the government’s decision to implement the Hauraki Gulf protection plan.

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...