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Environment 30 Nov 2022

New home for Pest Free Kaipātiki

Pest Free Kaipātiki has a new home thanks to Auckland Council, Kaipātiki Local Board, and local businesses and volunteers.

Community 24 Nov 2022

Waiuku Mudlarks ask for help to stop good work going to waste

Presenting a petition to Franklin Local Board, group members Tony Ogilvie and Paul Stewart appealed for help to combat “rampant reinfestation” of mangroves in the area.

Environment 22 Nov 2022

Removal of notable pōhutukawa brings $52,500 fine

In a recent Auckland District Court decision, property owner Cole Arnott was fined $52,500 for breaching tree protection rules under the Resource Management Act 1991.

Conservation 16 Nov 2022

Attracting shorebirds back to Tahuna Torea

A 3D printed pied stilt (poaka) decoy is being used to attract shorebirds.

Climate action 16 Nov 2022

Auckland Council helps build resilience in rural communities

Facing the prospect of further dry summers, Auckland Council has established 21 permanent community water sites around rural Auckland to help mitigate the situation and assist with future drought management. A further ten sites are to be added when the project is complete.

Environment 15 Nov 2022

Science could help protect milk tree

Franklin Local Board has granted landowner approval for an Auckland University researcher to pick leaves and take samples from rare streblus banksii trees. The project is part of a thesis looking into the genetic and morphological diversity of the species in the Auckland region to better conserve it.

Conservation 15 Nov 2022

Hunua pest control programme complete

Auckland Council’s 1080 programme in the Hunua Ranges area has reached an important milestone with parkland reopening after the final bait application with the Hunua Ranges, Waharau and Whakatiwai regional parks reopening on Sunday 13 November.

Environment 10 Nov 2022

Manurewa welcomes new Community Recycling Centre

Auckland’s newest Community Recycling Centre in Manurewa is now open and is focussing on reusing and repurposing unwanted household items to keep them out of landfill.

Events45 Results

27 May 2023 - 11 Jun 2023

Manurewa Guided Walks

Get introduced to safe walking routes through the community and gentle nature paths to enjoy with loved ones.

07 Apr 2023 - 01 Dec 2023

Te Atatū South Repair Café

Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will fix them for you for free.

03 Jun 2023

Birkenhead War Memorial Planting Day - Kaipātiki

Join us for a fun-filled morning of planting trees and creating a greener environment.

03 Jun 2023

Centennial Park Planting Day | Hibiscus and Bays

Help restore Centennial Park's native forest.

03 Jun 2023

Eco Art Botanical Monoprinting

Come along for a nature blend unique creative workshop.

03 Jun 2023

Matheson Bay Planting Day, Rodney

Join us as we explore the natural wonders of Matheson Bay, discuss local conservation efforts, and discover ways to protect and preserve our environment.

03 Jun 2023

Pop-Up Community Recycling Centre: Red Hill

Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment and create a sustainable, circular future.

01 Jun 2023 - 27 Jun 2023

June Compost Collective Events - Free

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!