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Environment 3 Feb 2021

Aucklanders urged to maintain water-saving habits in biggest water use week of the year

On what is normally Auckland’s highest water consumption week of the year, Watercare is urging its customers to keep up the great work and continue using water wisely.

Environment 2 Feb 2021

Another piece of the stormwater puzzle arrives in Auckland

The St Marys Bay water quality project reaches another milestone with the arrival of a 460m long marine outlet pipe.

Waste 29 Jan 2021

Palm Beach – find a new home for your unwanted items

Waiheke Local Board is encouraging Palm Beach residents to get in now and reserve their place for an annual inorganic waste collection before bookings close at midnight on 22 March.

Environment 29 Jan 2021

Opinion: The case for climate action, now

Addressing climate change will help us build resilient systems and structures with long-lasting benefits for everyone, argues Alec Tang.

Waste 28 Jan 2021

Love Food Hate Waste grants available

Auckland Council is giving grants of $500 to $5000 to help Aucklanders reduce their food waste.

Waste 26 Jan 2021

Inorganic service meets community need

Bookings are now open for your household inorganic collection service.

Environment 25 Jan 2021

Regional Pest Management Plan marine provisions come into effect

Marine pests are an emerging threat to the region’s marine biodiversity, industries such as aquaculture, and our ability to relax and enjoy summer on the beach.

Environment 21 Jan 2021

Myrtle rust finds its way into the Waitākere Ranges

The fungal disease Myrtle Rust has been discovered for the first time within the boundaries of the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park.

Events96 Results

12 Feb 2026

Extreme drought resistance of grass - Public Talk

Come along for a public presentation from researchers at the University of Auckland about the bio...

12 Feb 2026 - 12 Mar 2026

Seniors give it a go

Friendly, fun activities designed for seniors to get active and social.

17 Feb 2026 - 21 Apr 2026

Stream Care Day

Join us in caring for our precious waterways through hands-on ecological action.

18 Feb 2026 - 25 Mar 2026

Botanical Art Classes

The heritage gardens at Highwic offer a vivid tapestry of seasonal colour as inspiration – from t...

20 Feb 2026

Living in the sky - talk on grass roofs

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

13 Dec 2025 - 21 Mar 2026

Basque Park Summer Series

Set in the park’s natural amphitheatre, the event will feature live music, roaming performers, ar...

25 Feb 2026

Pekapeka Tales: Uncovering Aotearoa’s Hidden Mammals

Join us to uncover the surprising musical lives of these elusive creatures and what their songs r...

28 Feb 2026

Helensville A&P Show

Don't miss the indoor displays of baking, horticulture, floral art, preserves, arts & crafts, Mao...