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Development 2 Jun 2023

Celebrating 1047 new city centre trees this Arbour Day

It’s Arbour Day on 5 June, the day that our majestic, silent, green, shade-givers and carbon absorbers get their time in the sun.

Environment 31 May 2023

Three social enterprises that are fighting plastic pollution

From fully recyclable packaging to local clean-up events, these Auckland-based social enterprises are helping the planet and its people.

Environment 31 May 2023

Attend a community tree planting day – it’s good for you and the planet

If you’re looking for a new way to boost your wellbeing, participating in a community tree planting day is a great option.

Community 31 May 2023

New board-funded EcoHub a win for Kaipātiki

Nearly 400 keen environmentalists have been through the doors of Kaipātiki Project’s new EcoHub since it opened late last year.

Community 31 May 2023

Waiheke board grants make it happen on the motu

Over $60,000 of funding has been delivered to 18 Waiheke community groups in Waiheke Local Board’s latest grants round. 

Community 30 May 2023

The best of Ecofest 2023 on Waiheke

Waiheke locals were treated to over 80 interactive events promoting sustainable living including fashion shows, upcycling workshops and sustainability tours as part of Ecofest 2023.

Community 29 May 2023

Manukau Harbour Forum plans to plant

Manukau Harbour Forum will use unspent funds to buy native plants to improve the harbour's health.

Environment 24 May 2023

Reducing overflows and protecting local waterways in Bayview and Beach Haven

Construction is underway on a $22m wastewater pipeline that will reduce the risk of overflows into local waterways like Kaipatiki Creek, improve access and service issues and cater for population growth in the Bayview and Beach Haven areas.

Events39 Results

11 Jun 2023 - 18 Jun 2023

Team Up 2 Clean Up

This is a fantastic way to get out of that same-old-same-old routine, and meet new people.

17 Jun 2023

Milford Beach Clean Up

Picking up rubbish for a couple of hours might not sound fun, but we always have a great time, and you can't beat that feeling of knowing you've made a tangible difference.

18 Mar 2023 - 22 Jun 2024

Repair Café

Our volunteer repairers are ready to help repair your items.

14 May 2023 - 18 Jun 2023

Ambury Regional Park Planting Day

Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.

19 Jun 2023 - 29 Jun 2023

Traditional Māori Medicine: Rongoā Māori with Ngahere

These workshops will focus on customary Māori treatments and practices to restore our health and wellbeing.

20 Jun 2023

New Residents Pot Luck Pub Quiz

A fabulous winter warm-up with delicious dishes, fun activities and on the spot prizes.

22 Jun 2023

Eye on Nature Wearable Arts Fashion Show 2023

Witness the talent of Auckland's most promising young designers and master up-cyclers as their creations grace the catwalk.

24 Jun 2023

Tree Benefits Workshop

The attendees will be able to discover more about the wide range of environmental services and benefits that trees provide in our daily lives.