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Environment 18 Oct 2016

Much to learn at global climate change conference

Mayor Len Brown says there will be much for Auckland to learn at a global climate change conference in Paris this month.

Community 18 Oct 2016

Waitematā Local Board launches Low Carbon Action Plan

Waitematā Local Board launches Low Carbon Action Plan

Community 18 Oct 2016

6 benefits of Bokashi

If you’re looking for an easy, non-stinky way to manage your food scraps, then Bokashi may be the answer.

Community 14 Oct 2016

Zoo Tales: Keeper Dave speaks up for unmasking palm oil

Zookeeper Dave has worked all over the Zoo, from Primates to Pridelands and with our New Zealand birds. Find out why he wants us all to take a stand and not let our rainforests disappear.

Environment 13 Oct 2016

5 facts about long-tailed bats

Auckland’s bats – are they in your backyard?

Environment 12 Oct 2016

Creating safe habitats for native wildlife

Auckland Council's senior biodiversity advisor Ben Paris spoke to Jesse Mulligan from Radio New Zealand about the project.

Educational 11 Oct 2016

Get advice on gardening in small spaces

Carolyn Stringer has gone from maintaining a massive garden to planting in pots, with a little help from the Auckland Botanic Gardens.

Environment 10 Oct 2016

Eight surprising things you can compost

Here are some of the more unusual household waste items that you might not know can go into the compost bin.

Events48 Results

06 Jul 2024 - 31 Aug 2024

18th Annual Estuary Art and Ecology Awards

Explore the ecological value of this vital waterway and encourage action against its pollution.

18 Jul 2024

Kumara fries

Learn how to prepare and cook these delicious sweet potato fries.

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Devonport Library School Holiday Programme

Free school holiday activities for tamariki.

20 Jul 2024

Joy in Every Season

Join Celine Sumic, certified KonMari Consultant, to learn how you can achieve more joy in your life

20 Jul 2024

Seed & Plant Swap

Make use of our seed library and share your gardening knowledge with your local community.

20 Jul 2024

Te Tātua-a-Riukiuta Native Planting Day

Join us for a day of native planting on Te Tātua-a-Riukiuta / Big King.

19 Jul 2024 - 21 Nov 2024

Repair Cafe

REPAIRS available are MENDING of clothing and textiles (yet no alterations) as well as small ELEC...

06 Jul 2024 - 03 Aug 2024

E-Waste Drop off Day

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-thru event!