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Prohibited fire season for Hauraki Gulf islands from today
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has today announced that all islands of the Hauraki Gulf have entered a prohibited fire season from 1 December, until further notice.
Kaipātiki track upgrades connect families to nature
Beach Haven resident Minnie Leonard says recent improvements to local tracks and paths have made a real difference to her young family's daily life.
Tiny but mighty: black mudfish rediscovered in Helensville wetland
Hidden in plain sight: secretive black mudfish rediscovered on Auckland’s west coast.
Building stronger neighbourhoods in Kaipātiki
A completed Kaipātiki Community Recovery Plan marks a new milestone for Beach Haven, Northcote Point and Birkenhead in their recovery from 2023 storms.
Hūnua pest control programme complete
Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges reopens to the public.
Aucklanders urged to look out for and report any hornet sightings this summer
Biosecurity New Zealand is continuing to ramp-up its campaign to locate and eliminate the invasive yellow-legged hornet and want to hear from anyone who has seen this insect.
Changes to natural hazard information on your property LIM
Auckland Council has made natural hazard information more understandable on property LIMs, as part of new national legislation that came into effect this year.
One-off algae treatment under way at Onepoto Lake
A one-off algae treatment by Kaipātiki Local Board is under way at Onepoto Lake in response to community concerns about persistent algal blooms.
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Seasonal fridge pickle workshop
Bring along any veggies you have access to, plus clean jars with lids and you’ll go home with pre...
Emily Karaka in conversation with Chelsea Winstanley
Join artist Emily Karaka in conversation with filmmaker Chelsea Winstanley as they discuss Emily’...
Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2026
Meet your neighbours and discuss what local solutions to climate change we can take together, for...
WilderFest - Ecofest
Set in the heart of Waiheke, this immersive festival brings together local community groups, inte...
Native Watercress: Rediscovering Our Taonga Species
Join us for an insightful talk that explores the fascinating world of native watercress, includin...
EcoFest: Native Planting Workshop with EcoMatters
Join us for a whānau friendly native planting workshop and kōrero with Alanah from EcoMatters.
Kids Arts Festival 2026: Te Ngahere
Get ready for a creative adventure deep within Te Ngahere at Corban Estate Arts Centre’s Kids Art...
Rakino Island Snorkeling Meet-up - Ecofest
Join fellow Rakino Island snorkelling enthusiasts for a low-tide exploration of the Māori Garden...