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Beaches 5 Feb 2025

Boaties' guide to the exotic caulerpa rules in Auckland

Exotic caulerpa can travel quickly over long distances on vessels and equipment, and that’s why it’s been found around the Bay of Islands, Hauraki Gulf and parts of the Coromandel in popular anchorage locations.

Conservation 29 Jan 2025

Kauri dieback: clean bill of health for Hūnua Ranges

Hūnua Ranges remain healthy and kauri dieback free.

Council news 27 Jan 2025

Hihi thrive in new regional park home

A conservation effort led by Auckland Council rangers to assist one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured native birds is delivering groundbreaking results.

Conservation 20 Jan 2025

‘Shocking’ revelations: the tūi, the pōhutukawa, and the mystery of south Titirangi

Titirangi tūī turning up their toes

Council news 13 Jan 2025

Slimy algae on Auckland beaches: What you need to know

Locals and visitors may see slimy algae - usually black or dark green in colour, in the sea and on beaches in the region this summer.

Dogs 9 Jan 2025

A beginner’s guide to responsible pet ownership in Auckland

Whether a cat, a dog or something more exotic, follow this handy how-to guide on responsible pet ownership to help your furry, fluffy, feathered or scaly friends live their best lives.

Environment 19 Dec 2024

Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties

Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.

Council news 18 Dec 2024

Aucklanders’ targeted rates working for our region

Cr Richard Hills, Chair of the Policy and Planning Committee says that more than $1 billion, collected specifically for environmental programmes, will be spent over the next ten years.