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Protecting Auckland's environment

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Conservation 31 Jul 2023

The science of sniffs – evaluating dogs to detect plant pathogens

Detection dogs as a tool to sniff out the pathogens causing kauri dieback

Community 28 Jul 2023

Recycling and repurposing ideas for a seasonal clear-out

Make your spring clean more eco-friendly with these sustainable options for recycling and disposing of unwanted items

Community 27 Jul 2023

Local Board Plan priorities: tell us what you think Waiheke

Waiheke Local Board’s draft plan is now open for consultation, and the board is calling on you to share your thoughts on its key priorities to make sure they’ve got it right.

Community 19 Jul 2023

Howick Local Board Plan consultation open

It’s more important than ever that residents speak up and let Howick Local Board know if the three-year plan, just released for consultation, is right for their community.

Community 17 Jul 2023

Celebrating a TREE-mendous number of new trees in Howick

As of the month of June, 94 trees have successfully been planted this year as part of the Howick Local Board and the Council's continuous commitment to enhance the local environment.

Conservation 11 Jul 2023

Mana whenua guidance key to reptile surveillance

Ecologists go hunting for reptiles!

Community 5 Jul 2023

Blockhouse Bay Intermediate students working to protect their school and build connections

Students building connections between school and community environments

Waste 4 Jul 2023

Double trouble for recycling

The amount of non-recyclable material placed in Auckland kerbside recycling bins has doubled in three years.

Events54 Results

20 Feb 2026

Living in the sky - talk on grass roofs

Celebrate our Tangled Roots exhibition by discovering innovative ways grasses are being integrate...

28 Feb 2026

Natural history of New Zealand flowers

Join author Phil Garnock-Jones for a talk about the wonderful world of NZ flowers, with plenty of...

03 Mar 2026

Witheford Reserve Regeneration Working Bee

Led by an expert ecologist, we work alongside a group of volunteers to regenerate this special re...

15 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Seasonal fridge pickle workshop

Bring along any veggies you have access to, plus clean jars with lids and you’ll go home with pre...

21 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2026

Meet your neighbours and discuss what local solutions to climate change we can take together, for...

07 May 2026

Seed Saving Workshop

Discover practical techniques to collect, store and plant seeds that keep your garden thriving se...