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Council news 20 Mar 2025

Q&A: What is a blue-green network?

After severe weather events in 2023, Auckland Council prioritised blue-green projects to better protect our communities from flooding.

Council news 14 Mar 2025

Outdoor fires now banned in all of Auckland

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited season for Auckland, Waitematā and Counties Manukau Districts from 8am Friday 14 March, until further notice.

Community 12 Mar 2025

The buzz in Old Papatoetoe

An update for the Papatoetoe community for Chambers Laneway, Cambridge Terrace, Stadium Reserve and Piko Toetoe.

Food / Drink 11 Mar 2025

Turnip the Beet: Cook up savings with better meal planning

The average New Zealand household wastes $1,500 worth of food each year—that’s the equivalent of three full shopping trolleys of groceries!

Council news 11 Mar 2025

Help stop the spread of exotic caulerpa in Tāmaki Makaurau

Two species of exotic caulerpa have been found in Tāmaki Makaurau. It is critical that all Aucklanders, from boat users to beach goers, understand how to recognise exotic caulerpa and how to avoid spreading it.

Environment 10 Mar 2025

What makes a sinkhole - we explain

Sinkholes form when soil under the ground is eroded by water, and they can happen naturally or as a result of human activities.

Community 6 Mar 2025

Moth plants beware

The popular Pest-free South Auckland Moth Plant Competition 2025 is open for registrations. Pods can be collected from 3 March 2025 to 9 May 2025.

Council news 5 Mar 2025

Te Aka Raataa: Regenerating Te Puhinui for a Greener Future

A major transformation is underway for Te Puhinui / Puhinui Stream.

Events64 Results

14 Jan 2025 - 24 Jun 2025

Eskdale Regeneration with Kaipātiki Project

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

09 Apr 2025

Grow your own microgreens workshop – Mount Roskill

Learn how to cultivate these nutritious greens at home, from seed to harvest, and create a salad...

09 Apr 2025

Mandarin workshop: The journey of food scraps

We’ll share practical tips to make managing your food scrap bin easier and more effective.

12 Mar 2025 - 28 May 2025

Meet the edibles gardener at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Come along and get expert guidance from our Edibles gardener Angela.

10 Apr 2025

Connect 4 Climate Action Networking Breakfast

Start your day off right by connecting with like-minded individuals who are passionate about tack...

10 Apr 2025

Gibbs Farm Fundraiser

Nestled in the breathtaking Kaipara Harbour, just north of Auckland, Gibbs Farm is an expansive,...

13 Feb 2025 - 14 Jun 2025

Te Ara Awataha Regeneration with Kaipātiki Project

Become a part of our dedicated volunteer group, meeting monthly to help regenerate Northcote’s ne...

12 Apr 2025

Children's Earth Day

Come join us as we celebrate Earth Day at Mount Albert Library!