Environment

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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.

Council news 14 Aug 2025

Council progresses Deed of Acknowledgement for Waitākere Ranges

Auckland Council’s Policy and Planning Committee has today made a key decision to support the proposed Deed of Acknowledgement for the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area, and to establish a Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum.

Conservation 13 Aug 2025

Pest control in Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges gets underway

Pests beware – Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges go on the offensive.

Conservation 12 Aug 2025

Certified and cheeky: meet Ronnie, Auckland Council’s newest conservation canine

From chewing beds to chasing rodents, Ronnie joins the biosecurity big league.

Community 11 Aug 2025

104 community gardens and other innovation help communities grow their own food

From backyard garden boxes to chicken coops, Aucklanders are digging in to help food inequity and nourish the planet.

Events117 Results

26 Mar 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

Manurewa Lunch and Ride: FREE Guided Rides

Discover the neighbourhood of Manurewa and beyond on a fun guided ride!

12 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2026

Caring for Pā Harakeke

Join Charmaine Bailie and the team for a four-session series focused on caring for pā harakeke.

28 Mar 2026

Nature’s Pharmacy: Exploring Medicinal Plants of Autumn

Join Medical Herbalist Emily Boese on a plant walk to learn all about the medicinal plants that g...

28 Mar 2026

Everybody Eats in Te Komititanga

A free, climate-friendly community meal in the heart of the city. Everybody Eats returns to Te Ko...

28 Mar 2026

Free E-waste Drop-off Day - Ambury Park Riding Centre

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-through event.

28 Mar 2026

Kids Arts Festival 2026: Te Ngahere

Get ready for a creative adventure deep within Te Ngahere at Corban Estate Arts Centre’s Kids Art...

28 Mar 2026

Rongoā Hīkoi at Orangihina Park

Join Emma Haslam and Te Atatū Community Hub for a free rongoā hīkoi around our local reserve, Ora...

28 Mar 2026

Saving Auckland's Heritage Fruit Trees

Learn practical ways you can support food trees and resilient green spaces in your own neighbourh...