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Community 18 Apr 2017

Bharatiya Mandir eyes up zero-waste future

One of Auckland’s largest Hindu temples has embarked on a zero-waste journey and hopes to influence its community of thousands in the process.

Environment 11 Apr 2017

Lysaght Building receives ‘excellent’ score for energy efficiency

A revamped heritage building has become the first property in Wynyard Quarter to receive an ‘excellent’ score for energy efficiency.

Community 10 Apr 2017

Help these harvesters make the most of windfall

A charity that picks and distributes fresh fruit and preserves to food banks is on the hunt for volunteers.

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.

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03 Mar 2026

Witheford Reserve Regeneration Working Bee

Led by an expert ecologist, we work alongside a group of volunteers to regenerate this special re...

01 Mar 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Bokashi Composting Workshop

You’ll leave with practical knowledge, simple tips for success, and the confidence to start reduc...

01 Mar 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Grow your own microgreens workshop

Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...

01 Mar 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Pickling and Preserving Workshop

Discover how pickling can help reduce food waste, save money, and ensure you always have healthy,...

01 Mar 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Seasonal & Leftover Cooking Workshops

Discover simple techniques to reduce food waste, save money, and enjoy healthy, delicious meals a...

19 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Learn to Compost

Learn about composting basics across three simple systems; traditional cold compost bins, worm fa...

19 Feb 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Worm Farming Workshop

Discover how worms turn food scraps into nutrient-rich fertiliser for your garden and how easy wo...

12 Feb 2026 - 12 Mar 2026

Seniors give it a go

Friendly, fun activities designed for seniors to get active and social.