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Environment 23 Nov 2016

Safer spaces on the way for Auckland's ancestral mountains

Pedestrian-only areas at the tihi (summits) of five tūpuna maunga (ancestral mountains) will be introduced in 2017.

Food / Drink 23 Nov 2016

10 top tips to tackle leftovers

Don't leave those leftovers lurking in your fridge! Check out some of our savvy ways to make sure everything gets eaten.

Food / Drink 22 Nov 2016

AUT students make the most of food waste

Auckland Council has been working with the talented students at the AUT catering school to inspire Aucklanders to love their leftovers in a bid to reduce food waste.

Environment 22 Nov 2016

Seven ways you can save water

Aucklanders are the most efficient water users in the country, but there are still things we can do to bring usage down further.

Environment 22 Nov 2016

Hunua recycling pioneers pave the way for service

As fortnightly roadside recycling begins in Franklin, we reflect on the Hunua residents who have been leading the way in recycling for almost 30 years.

Development 22 Nov 2016

West Auckland reserve wins World Architecture Festival award

Kopupaka Reserve in Westgate has been awarded Landscape of the Year Winner 2016. Designed by Isthmus Group, Kopupaka Reserve is situated in the emerging Westgate metropolitan centre in the Henderson-Massey Local Board area.

Environment 19 Nov 2016

Collaboration aims to turn the tide on Hauraki Gulf degradation

The Hauraki Gulf plays a significant role in the lives of Aucklanders and forms a significant part of the region’s identity.

Environment 18 Nov 2016

Community groups battle it out to become predator free

Four Auckland-based community groups are competing for a spot in the finals of Kiwibank’s next Predator Free Community, alongside 10 other contestants.

Events46 Results

24 Apr 2024

A Whole World of Whales with Project Jonah @ Pakuranga Library

Come along to this FREE presentation by Project Jonah and find out about the amazing marine mamma...

15 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Secrets Under The Sea: April School Holiday Events at Avondale Library

Come along for exciting school holiday activities.

15 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Under the Sea April School Holidays - Pakuranga Library

Uncover secrets of the Moana these school holidays, and join us at Pakuranga Library for an aweso...

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

ARBORIALIS Luminarium

Inspired by the natural world, simulating the wonder and awe of being lost in a forest.

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Māngere Bridge Library school holiday programme

Join us for exciting school holiday events in April.

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Manukau Library School Holidays

Join us for a series of events these school holidays.

13 Apr 2024 - 28 Apr 2024

Under the Sea School Holiday Programme

Bring along your whanau and friends to watch movie and make some fun crafts this school holiday.

04 Mar 2024 - 10 May 2024

Pest Free South Auckland Moth Plant Pod Competition

Get out into nature, do your bit to help te taiao and be in to win.