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Protecting Auckland's environment

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Community 15 Jan 2018

Meet a conservation hero: Friends of Okura Bush

OurAuckland chats with a whole team of heroes this month, Friends of Okura Bush, a community group on a mission to restore Okura’s biodiversity.

Transport 12 Jan 2018

First trees replanted in Teal Park

The first two trees have been replanted in Teal Park as part of the Quay Street Cycleway Extension.

Environment 27 Dec 2017

Meet a conservation hero: Willow van Heugten

Our Auckland chats with Willow van Heugten, an everyday hero who doesn’t see conservation work just as a hobby but a life-long mission.

Environment 21 Dec 2017

Changes to Waitākere weed bins

Changes are coming to the Waitākere weed bin service in an effort to reduce the dumping of inorganic rubbish.

Beaches 21 Dec 2017

Look out for algal blooms

While it may look unpleasant and sometimes smell, most algae in our waterways is harmless. However, some species found in Auckland can be harmful to people and animals if ingested.

Environment 20 Dec 2017

Save water this summer

Top tips for reducing your water usage.

Environment 19 Dec 2017

Action stations for Auckland’s most improved river

A new group has been formed to action projects to improve Wairoa River's water quality.

Environment 18 Dec 2017

Is your bottom dirty? Pest-carrying hulls threaten New Zealand’s only national marine park

Boaties are being asked to clean their hulls to slow down the spread of fanworm and protect Great Barrier’s Island’s underwater world from other marine pests.

Events51 Results

06 Jun 2024 - 05 Sep 2024

Volunteer Welcome Day - with Kaipātiki Project

Have you ever wanted to volunteer with an environmental organisation?

03 Aug 2024

Matariki Tree Planting

Come together as a community to honour traditional Māori practices and contribute to a greener en...

03 Aug 2024

Planting for resilience: water sensitive design

Join landscape architect Nick Robinson who will discuss water sensitive design features such as g...

03 Aug 2024

Sponge Cities: resilient landscapes and water sensitive design

Join landscape architect Nick Robinson who will discuss water sensitive design features such as g...

04 May 2024 - 03 Aug 2024

Ark in the Park - online induction

Learn how you can help with predator control and habitat restoration.

04 Aug 2024

EcoPlay Challenge: All Food All In

Join Janani, founder of EcoPlay Challenge in a free fun workshop and learn simple steps to reduce...

02 Jun 2024 - 04 Aug 2024

Tāwharanui Regional Park Planting Day

Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.

05 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

Composting Workshops - August

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!!