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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 Apr 2025 - 27 Apr 2025

Minibeasts April School Holidays - Pakuranga Library

Spark your imagination during these school holidays and dive into a world of buzzing, interactive...

15 Apr 2025

Worm farm garden workshop

Learn how to keep your garden healthy, how worm farms work and look after one with gardening expert.

15 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025

School Holiday Programme - Waiheke Library

Join us for learning activities that will lead to new discoveries and fun ways we can work togeth...

15 Apr 2025 - 26 Apr 2025

School holiday events - Onehunga Library

Join us for a fun-filled series of activities this school holiday.

16 Apr 2025

Creative kids: Make your own bath bombs

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

16 Apr 2025

Discover Lyford Reserve

Enjoy a nature-themed treasure hunt with a prize at the end—perfect for a family day out.

16 Apr 2025

Wonderful world of tiger worms

Celebrate upcoming Earth Day and dive into the world of Tiger Worms at this Worm Farming for kids...

22 Apr 2025

Collage workshop

Stop by for this super sustainable session and take home your very own personal masterpiece to sh...