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Council news 12 Sep 2025

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.

Environment 11 Sep 2025

State of the Environment Report: Auckland is improving in part but big challenges lie ahead

Auckland’s environment is showing green shoots of recovery, yet many of our ecosystems are still in trouble.

Environment 9 Sep 2025

Pickett brothers celebrated for clean-up efforts in Papakura

Two young Papakura brothers have shown that you’re never too young to make a difference when it comes to caring for the environment.  

Council news 4 Sep 2025

Auckland’s tree canopy boosted through council partnership with Te Whangai Trust

The trees – a mix of natives and exotics - were planted across five parks in the Mangere-Otahuhu Local Board area.

Environment 1 Sep 2025

From murky to magical: how school students helped restore Papakura’s stormwater ponds

Tamariki, tūī, and tuna: kids dig in to restore Papakura’s stormwater ponds.

Community 21 Aug 2025

Eat your way around the world all in one place: Ōtāhuhu

Whether you’re a foodie, culture seeker, or simply after a great family or friends’ day out, Ōtāhuhu is calling.

Council news 15 Aug 2025

Moving forward to improve flood resilience in Wairau

Auckland Council continues to progress its planning for the Wairau flood resilience project to restore part of AF Thomas Park to act as a flood storage wetland and reduce the risk of flooding for the wider Wairau area.

Events85 Results

06 Dec 2025 - 25 Jan 2026

Raumati Reads events

Enjoy this school holiday with amazing activities and events.

08 Oct 2025 - 18 Dec 2025

Mornings by the Stream in Glen Eden

This is a great way to make community connections while enjoying our hidden natural gems.

16 Jul 2025 - 17 Dec 2025

Māori Art

Learn the art of harakeke weaving at Te Pātaka Kōrero o Ōtāhuhu every Wednesday, from 10am to 2pm...

28 May 2025 - 28 May 2026

New Lynn Community Hub Seed Library

Sow and share at our seed library!

18 Dec 2025

Christmas String & Nail Art - Tamariki Workshop

Create festive, eco-friendly string and nail art using reclaimed materials in this fun, hands-on...

18 Dec 2025 - 19 Jan 2026

Wild Families Nature Play

Family-friendly outdoor adventures that connect children with nature.

18 Dec 2025 - 27 Jun 2026

Nature Play

Explore, climb, and connect with the outdoors in playful activities.

19 Dec 2025

Seed Paper Making - Tamariki Workshop

Create plantable seed paper using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on eco craft, perfect for...