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Community 14 Jun 2023

Little ones go large in moth plant hunt

Pest Free South Auckland's moth plant hunters have made a mountain of difference.

Waste 12 Jun 2023

The best of both worlds - compost and food scraps

While home composting is still the preferred option to treat food scraps, not all Aucklanders can compost and not all food scraps can be easily composted. Auckland Council’s food scraps collection service means that food scraps, which would end u...

Community 7 Jun 2023

Shoreline adaptation plans adopted

Plans to guide how Auckland Council coastal assets in the Franklin area are managed over the next century have been adopted.

Development 2 Jun 2023

Celebrating 1047 new city centre trees this Arbour Day

It’s Arbour Day on 5 June, the day that our majestic, silent, green, shade-givers and carbon absorbers get their time in the sun.

Environment 31 May 2023

Three social enterprises that are fighting plastic pollution

From fully recyclable packaging to local clean-up events, these Auckland-based social enterprises are helping the planet and its people.

Environment 31 May 2023

Attend a community tree planting day – it’s good for you and the planet

If you’re looking for a new way to boost your wellbeing, participating in a community tree planting day is a great option.

Community 31 May 2023

New board-funded EcoHub a win for Kaipātiki

Nearly 400 keen environmentalists have been through the doors of Kaipātiki Project’s new EcoHub since it opened late last year.

Community 31 May 2023

Waiheke board grants make it happen on the motu

Over $60,000 of funding has been delivered to 18 Waiheke community groups in Waiheke Local Board’s latest grants round. 

Events49 Results

21 Jul 2024

Wenderholm Regional Park Planting Day

Join rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks.

10 Jun 2024 - 16 Dec 2024

Garden Club

Learn more about Papatūānuku (Mother Earth) and how to tend to her garden bed.

23 Jul 2024 - 30 Jul 2024

Grow Your Own Food Workshops

Join permaculture expert Ben Zhang to learn the best methods for growing your own kai this Winter...

08 Jun 2024 - 30 Jul 2024

Eskdale Restoration Champions with Kaipātiki Project

Join us to help protect our unique native ecosystems and build local climate resilience.

26 Jul 2024

Expressions of Climate Impact panel Discussion

Join us at Papakura Art Gallery for a panel discussion on the impacts of climate change.

27 Jul 2024

re:generate Kids Market

An indoor market with 35+ stalls selling quality pre-loved baby and kid's gear, clothing, toys, b...

27 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024

Climate Action Conference 2024

Bring your friends, whānau, neighbours, colleagues and anyone else who'd like to attend for a jam...

27 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024

The Climate Action Conference 2024

The Climate Action Conference is back and better and bigger than ever!