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Community 1 Sep 2021

Industry gets pollution help

Pukekohe businesses are being helped to reduce industrial pollution risks.

Environment 26 Aug 2021

Moving mountains comes at a cost

In reserved decisions, the Environment Court has found in favour of Auckland Council in two unlawful earthwork prosecutions in breach of the Resource Management Act 1991.

Environment 26 Aug 2021

Tips for composting at home

Each year, Aucklanders put about 100,000 tonnes of food waste into their rubbish bins. Diverting food from landfill is one of the single biggest climate change interventions an individual can make.

Climate action 13 Aug 2021

Boost for Community Climate Action funding

What bright idea does your community group need funding for?

Climate action 12 Aug 2021

Auckland Council endorses C40 fossil fuel divestment declaration

The Environment and Climate Change Committee has today unanimously endorsed the C40 Cities Divest/Invest Declaration, reaffirming Auckland Council’s policy of not investing in companies involved in the production of fossil fuels and committing to...

Environment 12 Aug 2021

Tree protection grants allow for growth

For some property owners, having a significant tree on their grounds may seem a blessing, for others it can be a struggle to care for, especially if the tree is very large, very old or protected.

Environment 12 Aug 2021

Ranger internships changing perceptions

The Summer Ranger Internship program at Auckland Council offers opportunities for those studying for environment, recreation, tourism or agricultural qualifications to get hands-on experience being a ranger.

Environment 12 Aug 2021

Community in spades for Maunga winter planting season

Community volunteers, schools, Department of Conservation and Department of Corrections personnel have provided significant support for this year’s annual Tūpuna Maunga planting programme.