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Environment 22 Apr 2024

Five ways to get involved this Earth Day and help the planet

Earth Day is celebrated on 22 April and is a time to reflect on ways we can protect our natural environment and preserve it for future generations.

Planting 19 Apr 2024

No more grassing on Okupu Bay

More than 150 natives are thriving in Okupu thanks to a new approach to weed control.

Community 15 Apr 2024

Plan Change 88 approves major development

Commissioners have approved a significant development at Beachlands.

Pest Free 2 Apr 2024

Add diversity to your garden with native plants

Having backyards planted with natives across Tāmaki Makaurau is good for the movement and survival of native birds, insects and lizards and it helps mitigate the effects of flooding.

Climate action 2 Apr 2024

Auckland Council boosts access to energy coaching scheme

Energy advisors helping families to save energy.

Environment 26 Mar 2024

Aotea signs International Dark Sky Proclamation

Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board has made a “Dark Sky Proclamation” to mark International Dark Sky Week.

Community 19 Mar 2024

Moth Plants your vine is up!

The Pest Free South Auckland supports Auckland Council’s regional Pest-Free Auckland initiative to protect biodiversity and restore council-managed land and runs from 4 March to 10 May.

Events97 Results

29 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Giant Mud Kitchen

Squish, and explore the joy of messy play outdoors.

30 Jan 2026

Rangatahi natural skin care

Bring your curiosity, your mates, and get ready to mix, blend, and glow up, naturally.

31 Jan 2026

Nature’s Pharmacy: Exploring medicinal plants of summer

In this session, we will go over 4-5 different medicinal plants that are ready to be harvested du...

31 Jan 2026

Seed Ball Workshop: Help Our Pollinators

Create “throw and grow” seed balls at Parnell Library in this fun, eco-friendly craft session hel...

16 Sep 2025 - 31 Jan 2026

Grow Your Own Greens

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

01 Feb 2026

World Wetland Day Festival

Explore, play, and discover at Matuku Link – a free, family-friendly day of wildlife, wetlands, c...

06 Feb 2026

Forest bathing

Slow down and step away from the noise of daily life with this nourishing Forest Bathing experience.

10 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Textile Tuesday

Bring your own project, browse new craft books and learn from others along the way.