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Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Arts 16 Jan 2017

Five pieces of public art to check out

If you find yourself with a free afternoon, think about exploring these gems scattered throughout wider Auckland.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

From pet hedgehogs to noisy cows: Quirky calls to council call centres

This year has been another busy one for Auckland Council, and that’s certainly been reflected at the council’s contact centres, where phones have been ringing off the hook.

Community 22 Dec 2016

Watch: Boys thank their rubbish collector with Christmas present

Five-year-old Alexis Goatley’s biggest hero is Terrance, the rubbish collector who passes by in his truck every week.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

Help protect NZ dotterels nesting at North Piha

A group of nationally vulnerable Northern New Zealand dotterels have nested at North Piha, with Auckland Council putting measures to help protect their eggs.

Environment 22 Dec 2016

Check online before taking the plunge

Checking the water quality of your favourite swimming spot is now much easier, thanks to a new feature on the Land, Air and Water Aotearoa website.

Community 19 Dec 2016

Clean your shoes, Auckland, and save our kauri

We’re loving kauri trees to death in the Waitākere Ranges, so it’s time to make some changes to ensure their survival.

Environment 16 Dec 2016

Fish seabird smart this summer

Heading out fishing over Christmas? Make sure to attract fish, not seabirds.

Events57 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...

26 Apr 2024

Te Ihu o Mataoho free community workshops - Māngere

Learn a new skill with this hands on workshop.

27 Apr 2024

Bird monitoring workshop

Birds are often great species that show the positive impacts of other controls.

27 Apr 2024

Drop-in Green Clinic

Bring your questions about all things waste related including the new recycling rules, waste mini...

27 Apr 2024

Love and Remix your Leftovers - Pukekohe Library

Learn new ideas to use up those forgotten ingredients hiding at the back of your fridge and pantr...

27 Apr 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Kids Only Market

Games, dolls, books, and baking will all be swapped or sold.

29 Apr 2023 - 15 Jun 2024

New Lynn Repair Café

Bring your broken or damaged items and local volunteers will fix them for you at no charge.

28 Apr 2024 - 29 May 2024

The Big Bike Film Night 2024

The Big Bike Film Night is on a mission- bringing the best cycling short films from around the wo...