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Environment 31 Jan 2017

Council takes back control of Motukorea/Browns Island

Auckland Council is taking back the administration and management of the island from the Department of Conservation after agreement with the government.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Beach ambassador programme returns to Waiheke Island

Waiheke locals have been acting as beach ambassadors on the island’s most popular beaches this summer.

Environment 31 Jan 2017

Investing in Auckland’s waterways

Auckland Council and Watercare are working together to invest in quality stormwater and wastewater services for central Auckland.

Environment 31 Jan 2017

Auckland Transport to trial electric buses

Auckland Transport has been awarded up to $500,000 to part-fund an electric bus trial and close to $300,000 for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Wash Against Waste returns

The popular Auckland zero-waste initiative is back in action, a year after having their trailer stolen.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Community 22 Dec 2016

Watch: Boys thank their rubbish collector with Christmas present

Five-year-old Alexis Goatley’s biggest hero is Terrance, the rubbish collector who passes by in his truck every week.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

Check online before taking the plunge

Checking the water quality of your favourite swimming spot is now much easier, thanks to a new feature on the Land, Air and Water Aotearoa website.