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Environment 29 Apr 2016

Discover ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’ at the Botanic Gardens

Nau, or ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’, is one of the many coastal herbs which would have helped rid Captain Cook’s crew of scurvy.

Environment 28 Apr 2016

One bag of rubbish a year?

OurAuckland spoke with Auckland Council’s Waste Solutions Senior Advisor, Waveney Warth, who has some great tips those keen on a low-waste lifestyle.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Plenty of life at Symonds Street Cemetery

In May, Waitematā Local Board will celebrate the opening of upgraded paths and new walking trails at the Symonds Street cemetery.

Environment 21 Apr 2016

Exciting plans for former Greenmount Landfill

There are exciting proposals to transform the former Greenmount Landfill site at East Tamaki into a native forest alongside leisure areas, children’s play and fitness facilities, an off-leash dog area, walking and cycling tracks and access to the...

Community 20 Apr 2016

West Auckland’s new connection

Auckland Transport has revealed plans for a new shared path connecting New Lynn to Avondale.

Cycling 18 Apr 2016

Grafton Bridge taxi trial to end

Auckland Transport has decided to stop the Grafton Bridge taxi trial and return Grafton Bridge to a bus lane only between the hours of 7am and 7pm.

Community 14 Apr 2016

North Shore Resource Centre supports local community

For the past 36 years, the North Shore Resource Centre has supported North Shore schools, early childhood centres and community groups with cheap or free resources.

Environment 13 Apr 2016

Watch what happens to your inorganics collection

Find out what happens to your inorganics collection.

Events31 Results

14 Dec 2024 - 23 Jan 2025

Summer School Holiday at Waitakere Central Library

Summer fun for kids: exciting activities & creative adventures!

09 Jan 2025 - 25 Jan 2025

Leaves of Te Wānanga

This free, drop-in activity invites families of all ages to connect with the environment.

25 Jan 2025 - 08 Mar 2025

Kahikatea: The Disappearing Tree

This exhibition is focused on isolated stands of second growth Kahikatea on the margins of East P...

13 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025

Scott’s Discovery Hut: Virtual Reality Experience

Explore Antarctica and visit Scott's Discovery Hut through the Antarctic Heritage Trust's immersi...

30 Jan 2025

Historic Auckland waterfront walking tour

Don your best walking shoes and delve into the history and archaeology of the Auckland waterfront.

01 Feb 2025

World Wetland Day Festival

There will be an all-day market with gifts, food, art, crafts, information, and entertainment.

01 Feb 2025 - 03 May 2025

Eskdale Regeneration Saturdays with Kaipātiki Project

Join us to help protect our unique native ecosystems and build local climate resilience!

02 Feb 2024 - 02 Feb 2025

Kayak tours - Whau River

Experience the serenity of the Whau River as we paddle through one of Auckland's hidden treasures.