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Conservation 24 Mar 2025

Sneezeweed: a tiny hero of Kawau Island

Nationally threatened native herb sneezeweed on Kawau Island.

Community 24 Mar 2025

Who’s the Moth to Beat?

Howick are you ready for another outstanding year for the Pest Free Howick Ward (PFHW) Moth Plant Pod Competition 2025...but, things are a little different this year!

Environment 24 Mar 2025

Nominations open: Manurewa Community Volunteer Awards

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Manurewa Community Volunteer Awards, which showcase the work of individuals and organisations that serve their community.  

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.

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.

Events35 Results

17 May 2025

Stream Care - Sunnynook

Join us each month as we restore local reserves and streams on the North Shore, supporting health...

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.

18 Jan 2025 - 17 May 2025

Bike mechanics & enthusiasts

Come join us for a day of hands-on action, community spirit, and pedal-powered fun.

18 May 2025

Regional Park community planting day

Plant trees, eat sausages, and explore the stunning Te Muri—only accessible by bus, for one speci...

18 May 2025 - 01 Jun 2025

Awhitu Peninsula planting days

You're invited to help protect and restore the waterways in Awhiu.

18 May 2025 - 07 Jun 2025

Ambury Regional Park - Planting day

Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.

24 May 2025

Takatu LandCare planting day

Dig in for a great cause—help plant 3,000 trees to protect our harbour and enjoy lunch with a view.

30 May 2025

City Art tour

Discover the artistic treasures of Auckland’s CBD on this exclusive guided tour.