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Walkways 10 Apr 2017

Tread carefully to keep our kauri standing

If you're out exploring Waitākere Ranges Regional Park this Easter and school holidays, please remember to use footwear cleaning stations to help protect our precious forest giants from kauri dieback disease.

Environment 7 Apr 2017

WATCH: Whio bachelorette chooses her mate

Drama unfolds as Auckland Zoo's female blue duck chooses a new partner.

Environment 6 Apr 2017

Avoid swimming at beaches after heavy rain

Auckland Council recommends beachgoers wait an extra day or two before swimming or undertaking recreational activities on the water, due to the potential public health risk from high bacteria and turbidity counts.

Environment 3 Apr 2017

Kiwi to return home to Hunua Ranges

North Island brown kiwi will be released this afternoon in the Hunua Ranges, the first of their species to inhabit the area for decades.

Environment 3 Apr 2017

Councillors champion new bin service for Manukau

Manukau Ward Councillors Alf Filipaina and Fa’anānā Efeso Collins are encouraging residents to embrace rather than fear the move from rubbish bags to bins.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 3 Apr 2017

Aucklanders urged to reduce water use by 20 litres per day

This week’s storm has restricted the treatment capacity of the city’s largest water treatment plant.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 3 Apr 2017

Update: Auckland's water supply

Watercare is still dealing with the effects of the Tasman Tempest and is treating less water than normal.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 3 Apr 2017

Water update: No further need for savings

Watercare is advising Aucklanders that the need to save water has now ended, with the organisation confident they can fulfil demand.

Events85 Results

06 Dec 2025 - 25 Jan 2026

Raumati Reads events

Enjoy this school holiday with amazing activities and events.

08 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Mornings by the Stream in Glen Eden

This is a great way to make community connections while enjoying our hidden natural gems.

16 Jul 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Māori Art

Learn the art of harakeke weaving at Te Pātaka Kōrero o Ōtāhuhu every Wednesday, from 10am to 2pm...

28 May 2025 - 28 May 2026

New Lynn Community Hub Seed Library

Sow and share at our seed library!

18 Dec 2025

Christmas String & Nail Art - Tamariki Workshop

Create festive, eco-friendly string and nail art using reclaimed materials in this fun, hands-on...

18 Dec 2025 - 19 Jan 2026

Wild Families Nature Play

Family-friendly outdoor adventures that connect children with nature.

18 Dec 2025 - 27 Jun 2026

Nature Play

Explore, climb, and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.

19 Dec 2025

Seed Paper Making - Tamariki Workshop

Create plantable seed paper using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on eco craft, perfect for...