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Protecting Auckland's environment

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Community 21 Nov 2024

A new roost area to protect Snells Beach shorebirds

Moving a picnic table would greatly improve protection for endangered shorebirds at Snells Beach.

Council news 20 Nov 2024

Have Your Say: Let’s protect Auckland’s environment

The ‘Let’s Protect Our Environment’ consultation is open now until 8 December 2024 and Auckland Council is inviting Aucklanders to provide feedback.

Climate action 20 Nov 2024

Rural Aucklanders urged to gear up for a summer of weather extremes

Auckland Council is urging rural Auckland residents to make essential preparations for any potential extreme weather events—whether it’s extended dry spells or heavy rainfall.

Conservation 18 Nov 2024

Bat tracking and rediscovering the behaviour of a tiny native species

Going into bat for this threatened species.

Environment 18 Nov 2024

Auckland diverts over 30,000 tonnes of food scraps from landfill

More than 30,000 tonnes of food scraps contributed by Aucklanders since the food scraps collections began in April last year have been used to produce renewable energy and fertiliser. 

Environment 15 Nov 2024

Auckland communities empowered to lead bold action on climate disruption

Key highlights from Auckland Council's Sustainability Initiatives annual report.

Environment 11 Nov 2024

Hapū-led partnership launched to protect globally significant ecosystems and endangered species of the Kaipara

Poipoia Te Kākano means working together to protect the ecosystems home to the endangered indigenous species under threat from introduced pest animals.

Environment 11 Nov 2024

New Zealand Nature Fund supports Kawau Island restoration project

Pest patrol on Kawau Island to launch in earnest.

Events25 Results

13 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025

Scott’s Discovery Hut: Virtual Reality Experience

Explore Antarctica and visit Scott's Discovery Hut through the Antarctic Heritage Trust's immersi...

14 Dec 2024

Craft your own natural skincare

This will be a fun, hands-on workshop and a chance to work with a natural skincare professional.

14 Dec 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

Summer School Holiday at Waitakere Central Library

Summer fun for kids: exciting activities & creative adventures!

18 Dec 2024

Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over Christmas.

18 May 2024 - 21 Dec 2024

Cinema Time for Kids

Get ready for adventure, laughter, and a magical time at the library!

05 Apr 2025

Harvest & Feast: A Microgreens & Salad Growing Workshop

Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home.

12 Apr 2025

Sprout and Savour: A Microgreens & Salad Growing Workshop

Microgreens have nutritional value and are also a cost effective green food that you can grow in...

17 May 2025

Waste Free Kitchen: Being Creative with Leftovers

Making the most of the food we have helps save money and is better for the environment.