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Environment 16 Aug 2018

Gardening tips from Auckland’s Wintergardens team

The team at Auckland Domain’s popular Wintergardens is busy preparing for the coming spring months.

Environment 15 Aug 2018

Single-use plastic bags to be phased out

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announces single-use plastic bags will be phased out over the next year.

Waste 14 Aug 2018

How Waiuku is turning their waste into resources

Waiuku Community Recycling Centre is helping to reduce landfill waste.

Environment 10 Aug 2018

Six ways to use fewer plastic bags now

Both Countdown and New World have committed to phasing out single-use plastic bags at checkouts by the end of the year. But why wait? Here are some tips for reducing your reliance on plastic bags of all kinds today.

Waste 7 Aug 2018

Keep the plastic-free habit going

Plastic Free July is over but you can still do your part for the environment.

Environment 7 Aug 2018

Waterways Protection Fund empowers environmental action

Funds are available to Franklin landowners to help restore the Mauku Stream.

14-24 year olds 3 Aug 2018

Community zero-waste leaders recognised

Community members leading the way to zero-waste were recognised at the Auckland Community Zero Waste Hui & Awards last week.

Plans / Projects 2 Aug 2018

Reducing flooding a key focus for Howick councillor

Meetings are being held to help tackle flooding issues in Howick.