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Community 3 Mar 2017

Rehabilitation through recycling

A transformative rehabilitation project at Paremoremo Auckland Prison is reducing waste sent to landfill and upskilling inmates for a life outside.

Environment 2 Mar 2017

Butterflies declare war on Waiheke weeds

The Auckland Council Biosecurity team has launched the latest in a round of biocontrol attacks on Auckland’s weeds.

Environment 1 Mar 2017

Keep the intruders out – recycle right

Are you unknowingly putting the wrong things in the wrong bins? Check out or list of common items mistakenly put in with the recycling.

Environment 24 Feb 2017

Western Springs a pocket of calm for city-dwellers

Western Springs is much loved by Aucklanders and visitors for its beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife, says Waitematā and Gulf Ward Councillor Mike Lee.

Community 24 Feb 2017

Upcycling at the Tip Stop Shop

Next time you visit Great Barrier Island don't forget to grab a bargain at the Aotea Community Upcycle Centre in Claris, affectionately known by locals as the Tip Stop Shop.

Environment 22 Feb 2017

Free health checks for rental properties

Landlords with rentals in the Māngere-Ōtahuhu, Whau, Puketāpapa and Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board area could be eligible for a free assessment on their properties along with help to make them warmer and more energy-efficient.

Community 22 Feb 2017

LAWA River of the Month: February

February takes us to the Arapera River, which flows into the southern arm of the Kaipara Harbour.

Environment 22 Feb 2017

Kauri dieback ambassadors spreading the word

A team of ambassadors will be out in force in the Waitākeres this summer raising awareness about kauri dieback and teaching people how to stop it.

Events48 Results

10 Aug 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

Kaukapakapa River Workshop series

These workshops offer practical insights into the natural behaviours of waterways.

14 Jul 2024 - 08 Jun 2025

ReUse Market

Come to shop or sell preloved goods in this new centrally located covered market. 

20 Aug 2024

How you can recycle right

Brush up on your recycling knowledge as new national standards come into effect.

03 Sep 2024

Sort Your Space & Clear Your Mind Using the KonMari Method

Join Celine Sumic, certified KonMari Consultant, as she discusses how you can achieve more joy in...

12 Sep 2024

Tiny Seeds to Tasty Feasts: Growing your own salad ingredient

Create a salad using freshly harvested greens, and a wilted green salad dressing.

15 Oct 2024

Food scraps collections service

Learn about the benefits of recycling food scraps and how these scraps will be turned into clean...

16 Nov 2024 - 17 Nov 2024

Go Green Expo 2024

Get inspired to live that healthy lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of.

08 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Grey Lynn Library - Ngā Tamariki o Matariki

Join us for these school holidays events.