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Environment 11 Oct 2017

Hunua Ranges bursting with baby kōkako

Auckland Council’s biggest ever pest control operation has chalked up a major victory for the endangered kōkako, with dozens of new chicks hatching in the Hunua Ranges this summer.

Environment 11 Oct 2017

6000 trees protected in the Unitary Plan

Central government’s removal of general tree protection in most urban areas has shifted focus on how remaining tools for protection of urban vegetation are performing.

Environment 9 Oct 2017

Bee considerate

Auckland suburbs are undergoing a bee revival as residents embrace the opportunity to host hives in their gardens.

Plans / Projects 6 Oct 2017

$1billion North Shore water quality and system improvements

Our growing focus is on improving water quality for all Aucklanders – both now and in future

Environment 29 Sep 2017

Living lightly comes naturally for Parnell family

For Vanessa King and her son Matti, living lightly runs in the family.

Environment 29 Sep 2017

9 ways you can 'live lightly'

Live Lightly shows the everyday lifestyle choices we can all make to save money, have a healthier life and care for our planet.

Environment 28 Sep 2017

How to beat African clubmoss

African clubmoss is a serious pest that can spread quickly.

Beaches 27 Sep 2017

Auckland Council leads the way in erosion and sediment control

Auckland Council has worked with industry experts and mana whenua to produce the GD05 document, which provides guidance for regulators and developers to safely and effectively incorporate sediment control practices into all scales of land developm...

Events49 Results

10 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

Kaukapakapa River Workshop series

These workshops offer practical insights into the natural behaviours of waterways.

14 Jul 2024 - 08 Jun 2025

ReUse Market

Come to shop or sell preloved goods in this new centrally located covered market. 

20 Aug 2024

How you can recycle right

Brush up on your recycling knowledge as new national standards come into effect.

03 Sep 2024

Sort Your Space & Clear Your Mind Using the KonMari Method

Join Celine Sumic, certified KonMari Consultant, as she discusses how you can achieve more joy in...

12 Sep 2024

Tiny Seeds to Tasty Feasts: Growing your own salad ingredient

Create a salad using freshly harvested greens, and a wilted green salad dressing.

15 Oct 2024

Food scraps collections service

Learn about the benefits of recycling food scraps and how these scraps will be turned into clean...

16 Nov 2024 - 17 Nov 2024

Go Green Expo 2024

Get inspired to live that healthy lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.

02 Dec 2024

Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over the Christmas period.