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Great Barrier Island applies for Dark Sky Sanctuary status
A Dark Sky Sanctuary must have an exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights and a nocturnal environment, and is protected for its scientific, natural, or educational value, its cultural heritage and/or public enjoyment.
An insider’s guide to sorting your plastics
Do you know your #4 LDPE from your #2 HDPE? No? Don’t worry – you aren’t alone.
Could worms be your most useful pet?
They may not be the most beautiful creature but the humble tiger worm could be a fantastic addition to your household. Find out why!
Weed to watch: Pampas
It’s often mistaken for native toetoe, but invasive lookalike pampas grass can out-compete native vegetation, pose a fire risk and provide habitat for rodents and possums.
Auckland Council submits on the government’s Clean Water package
The submission supports, in principle, the new national swimmability target – to make 90 per cent of large rivers and lakes swimmable by 2040.
Claim that pigs kill kauri isn’t hogwash
Recent research suggests that we are not the only ones spreading kauri dieback and other plant diseases – pigs can spread them, too.
Long-tailed bats spotted in Henderson
Long-tailed bats have been spotted in Henderson for the first time in about 15 years.
Little spotted kiwi are back!
Twenty little spotted kiwi are making themselves at home following their release into Shakespear Open Sanctuary at the weekend.
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Events48 Results
Planting Days 2024 with Kaipātiki Project
Join us as we expand and strengthen our local reserves with more native plants this year.
Storytime - Onehunga Community Library
Delight as our librarians, and occasionally authors or special guests, share enchanting tales.
Cinema Time for Kids
Get ready for adventure, laughter, and a magical time at the library!
Kids Only Market
Games, dolls, books, and baking will all be swapped or sold.
Auckland Central City Library Repair Cafe
To accommodate everyone, you will be able to see our volunteer repairers for 1 item at a time.
EcoPlay Challenge: EcoConscious Accelerator Kickoff
Come join us at Mt Albert library for a free ten-week sustainable living program with Janani.
Wenderholm Regional Park Planting Day
Join rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks.
Garden Club
Learn more about Papatūānuku (Mother Earth) and how to tend to her garden bed.
