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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.
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Wash Against Waste returns
The popular Auckland zero-waste initiative is back in action, a year after having their trailer stolen.
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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.
Five pieces of public art to check out
If you find yourself with a free afternoon, think about exploring these gems scattered throughout wider Auckland.
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From pet hedgehogs to noisy cows: Quirky calls to council call centres
This year has been another busy one for Auckland Council, and that’s certainly been reflected at the council’s contact centres, where phones have been ringing off the hook.
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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.
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Help protect NZ dotterels nesting at North Piha
A group of nationally vulnerable Northern New Zealand dotterels have nested at North Piha, with Auckland Council putting measures to help protect their eggs.
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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.
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Glen Eden Library Matariki School Holiday Programme
Join us for one of these exciting events.
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Matariki School Holiday Programme
Join us for whānau time, cultural adventures, and fun during the school holidays (July 6th - 21st).
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Joy in Every Season
Join Celine Sumic, certified KonMari Consultant, to learn how you can achieve more joy in your life
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Seed & Plant Swap
Make use of our seed library and share your gardening knowledge with your local community.
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Te Tātua-a-Riukiuta Native Planting Day
Join us for a day of native planting on Te Tātua-a-Riukiuta / Big King.
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Repair Cafe
REPAIRS available are MENDING of clothing and textiles (yet no alterations) as well as small ELEC...
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E-Waste Drop off Day
Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-thru event!
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Composting Workshops
Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.