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Kids / Family 2 Mar 2018

Get to know your local wildlife for World Wildlife Day

Celebrate World Wildlife Day with us on 3 March by learning fun facts about our local wildlife.

Environment 23 Feb 2018

Dutch elm disease found on iconic Auckland trees

Dutch elm disease has been confirmed on elm trees in central Auckland.

Community 15 Feb 2018

Takarunga / Mt Victoria summit vehicle-free from March

The summit of Takarunga / Mt Victoria will be permanently closed to all private motor vehicles from 1 March.

Pest Free 15 Feb 2018

Dogs on a mission

A heroic doggie pair and their human are voyaging over the ocean on a pest-control mission this week.

Environment 13 Feb 2018

Meet a conservation hero: Guardians of Rakino Island

OurAuckland chats with three heroes whose shared love for conservation work has led them to establish the Rakino Native Plant Nursery, a secluded sanctuary regenerating Rakino island’s unique biodiversity.

Environment 13 Feb 2018

Sustainable tourism strategy for Waiheke Island

A community-led initiative is being launched to develop a sustainable tourism strategy for the island.

Mayor 13 Feb 2018

Mayor announces more resources to tackle illegal dumping

Significant new resources announced to tackle illegal dumping in Auckland.

Environment 2 Feb 2018

Phosphite treatment to begin in Waitākere Ranges

Kauri in one of the areas most affected by the kauri dieback disease are due for a dose of medicine as part of a field treatment programme.

Events54 Results

06 Dec 2025

Papa Ki Awataha Regeneration

Make a day of it by exploring the nearby playgrounds and green spaces afterwards, or enjoy a bite...

06 Dec 2025

Waimoko Glen Stream Care Session

Come and help save the Waimoko and Waiwhauwhaupaku Streams from rubbish and invasive weeds, and l...

06 Dec 2025 - 07 Dec 2025

Te Henga Weed Bin Weekend

Get rid of invasive weeds at your local community weed bin.

06 Dec 2025 - 25 Jan 2026

Raumati Reads events

Enjoy this school holiday with amazing activities and events.

02 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2027

Climate Action Trail

The Climate Action Trail at Auckland’s Botanic Gardens is the perfect adventure!

07 Dec 2025

Weeding Bee

Join us for weeding of pest plants and staking new plantings along the Waiarohia Stream and prote...

09 Dec 2025

Rooseville Reserve - Ranger Guided Walk

Learn about the native flora and fauna and of the forest habitat as well as the unique geological...

10 Dec 2025

Powerful perennials - seasonal walk

Learn tips and tricks for planting with perennials, hear about our star performer plants, and see...