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Environment 29 Jan 2020

El Nino may put water tanks at risk

Rainwater tank owners are urged to conserve water, despite a wet start to the year.

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.

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.

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 9 Jan 2020

Dutch elm disease found in Epsom

This latest discovery is a timely reminder for all Aucklanders to check elm trees on their properties for signs of the disease.

Waste 8 Jan 2020

The weird and wonderful contents of Aucklanders’ recycling bins

Auckland Council’s kerbside recycling collection service has turned up some weird and wonderful things over 2019.

Events97 Results

15 Jan 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Pop Up Play - Pasifika Play

Enjoy cultural games and creative play in a vibrant community setting.

16 Jan 2026 - 24 Jan 2026

Pick Up Play

Join in spontaneous games and activities designed for everyone.

17 Jan 2026

Silent disco kids adventures

Families can join together, or children can set off on their own themed adventure through the Auc...

17 Jan 2026 - 07 Feb 2026

Pop Up Play

Jump into fun, interactive activities popping up around your community.

17 Jan 2026 - 22 Feb 2026

Wild Streets Festival of Play

Celebrate play, creativity, and movement in your local streets.

17 Jan 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

Young Guns Skate School

Learn skating skills and confidence in a fun, youth-focused setting.

19 Jan 2026

Grow your own microgreens workshop

Discover how simple, fun and rewarding it can be to grow fresh, nutritious microgreens right at h...

21 Jan 2026

Summer Pruning Demonstration

Strategic light pruning during summer helps keep your fruit trees compact and easy to harvest, wh...