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Environment 5 Jul 2018

Two myrtle rust infections confirmed in south Auckland

The Ministry for Primary Industries has confirmed two myrtle rust infections in south Auckland within the last month.

Environment 5 Jul 2018

Council goes to High Court over planning appeals

Almost all 108 appeals against the Auckland Unitary Plan (AUP) have now been resolved.

Environment 5 Jul 2018

Waiheke environment gets a boost

The Waiheke Local Board has approved funding for four initiatives designed to safeguard the island’s environment.

Environment 4 Jul 2018

Some heroes wear feathers

A team of chickens hunting down plague skinks on Aotea Great Barrier are now giving the Auckland community an egg-cellent gift as well.

Beaches 3 Jul 2018

$30m wastewater pump station dramatically cuts overflows at Shoal Bay

Mayor Phil Goff has opened Watercare’s new $30 million pump station designed to protect Shoal Bay from wastewater overflows.

Environment 28 Jun 2018

Glen Innes stormwater test to benefit local waterways

Watercare and Auckland Council have begun testing pipes for illegal stormwater connections in Glen Innes.

Environment 27 Jun 2018

Opinion: If we work together we can go waste free

Franklin Ward Councillor and Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore explains how Auckland can achieve its zero waste goal.

Environment 27 Jun 2018

A bird in the bush is worth every effort

Councillors showed their support to local organisations by volunteering for National Volunteer Week.

Events97 Results

29 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Giant Mud Kitchen

Squish, and explore the joy of messy play outdoors.

30 Jan 2026

Rangatahi natural skin care

Bring your curiosity, your mates, and get ready to mix, blend, and glow up, naturally.

31 Jan 2026

Nature’s Pharmacy: Exploring medicinal plants of summer

In this session, we will go over 4-5 different medicinal plants that are ready to be harvested du...

31 Jan 2026

Seed Ball Workshop: Help Our Pollinators

Create “throw and grow” seed balls at Parnell Library in this fun, eco-friendly craft session hel...

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

World Wetland Day Festival

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

06 Feb 2026

Forest bathing

Slow down and step away from the noise of daily life with this nourishing Forest Bathing experience.

10 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project, browse new craft books and learn from others along the way.