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Dogs 28 Jan 2020

Council introduces alternative dog poo bags on Waiheke Island

A Waiheke Island resident aims to kick single-use conventional plastics out of the ecosystem by producing home-compostable dog poo bags.

Environment 28 Jan 2020

Rooster takes pig under his wing

Dogs are not the only animals Auckland Council’s shelter staff are trying to re-home.

Environment 24 Jan 2020

Kick start the new decade with a pledge to recycle right

Around 15 per cent of items found in the average Aucklander’s kerbside rubbish bin are recyclable materials that could be given another life if recycled correctly.

Parks / Outdoors 24 Jan 2020

Long Bay park rangers hit the trails on e-bikes

Auckland Council Park Rangers are embracing the electric revolution to patrol one of our region’s most popular parks.

Community 23 Jan 2020

Hogwart finds love online

With a face that only a mother could love, a pint-sized bachelor is off the market after picking up an online following.

Environment 20 Jan 2020

Urgent removal of pines in Western Springs Lakeside Park

Thirteen trees have been identified for immediate removal due to the danger to people and property.

Waste 16 Jan 2020

Swap plastic bottles for reusable ones and join the 'refillution'

Wai Auckland and RefillNZ are joining forces to help make tap water the most convenient choice for Aucklanders.

Environment 16 Jan 2020

Help us fight avian botulism

Protect Auckland's birds and waterways by following these simple tips.

Events36 Results

02 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Composting Workshops

Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.

02 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

E-Waste Collection Day

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

28 Sep 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Repair & Share

We offer diagnosis and repair (where possible) of small electrical items, clothing and textiles,...

31 Aug 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

DEANZ Repair Café - New Lynn

Come along to the Repair Café at the New Lynn Community Centre to get your items repaired for FREE.

18 May 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Storytime - Onehunga Community Library

Delight as our librarians, and occasionally authors or special guests, share enchanting tales.

02 Dec 2024

Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over Christmas.

10 Jun 2024 - 16 Dec 2024

Garden Club

Learn more about Papatūānuku (Mother Earth) and how to tend to her garden bed.

12 Nov 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

Eskdale Regeneration Champions with Kaipātiki Project

Come and join Kaipātiki Project for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to nurtur...