Protecting Auckland's environment
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Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges closed as large-scale pest control gets underway
Battling invasive predators: aerial operation aims to restore balance in Hūnua forests
Signing of Deed of Acknowledgement marks milestone for Waitākere Ranges
More than 17 years since the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Act 2008 was passed, a significant new agreement was signed between Te Kawerau ā Maki, Auckland Council and the Crown.
Exotic pets don’t belong in Auckland’s natural environment
Native plants and animals can thrive and survive without exotic pests in their patch.
Temporary changes to dog rules at Ōrere Point Beach Reserve and Ōrere Beach
From 1 October 2025 until 1 March 2026, dogs will be prohibited at all times on beach and intertidal areas within Ōrere Point Beach Reserve car park and east of the Ōrere River mouth.
Dog rule change to safeguard nesting birds at Big Manly and Tindalls
When the first shorebird pair begins nesting, temporary dog access rule changes will be introduced at Big Manly and Tindalls beaches to help protect vulnerable shorebirds.
Three years on: crack down on pest plant sales to protect Auckland’s environment sees positive shift
Auckland Council and contractor inspectors are working hard behind the scenes to protect our environment by enforcing rules around the sale of pest plants.
Auckland Water Strategy update shows progress made but more work to be done
Adopted in March 2022, the Auckland Water Strategy sets a vision for Auckland’s waters and provides direction for investment and action across the council group to 2050.
How your targeted rates are improving Auckland’s natural environment and water quality
The Policy and Planning Committee celebrated the significant progress made towards restoring and protecting our natural environment and waterways thanks the natural environment and water quality targeted rates.
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