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Conservation 28 Oct 2025

Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges closed as large-scale pest control gets underway

Battling invasive predators: aerial operation aims to restore balance in Hūnua forests

Council news 3 Oct 2025

Signing of Deed of Acknowledgement marks milestone for Waitākere Ranges

More than 17 years since the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Act 2008 was passed, a significant new agreement was signed between Te Kawerau ā Maki, Auckland Council and the Crown.

Conservation 1 Oct 2025

Exotic pets don’t belong in Auckland’s natural environment

Native plants and animals can thrive and survive without exotic pests in their patch.

Council news 29 Sep 2025

Temporary changes to dog rules at Ōrere Point Beach Reserve and Ōrere Beach

From 1 October 2025 until 1 March 2026, dogs will be prohibited at all times on beach and intertidal areas within Ōrere Point Beach Reserve car park and east of the Ōrere River mouth.

Beaches 25 Sep 2025

Dog rule change to safeguard nesting birds at Big Manly and Tindalls

When the first shorebird pair begins nesting, temporary dog access rule changes will be introduced at Big Manly and Tindalls beaches to help protect vulnerable shorebirds.

Pest Free 18 Sep 2025

Three years on: crack down on pest plant sales to protect Auckland’s environment sees positive shift

Auckland Council and contractor inspectors are working hard behind the scenes to protect our environment by enforcing rules around the sale of pest plants.

Council news 15 Sep 2025

Auckland Water Strategy update shows progress made but more work to be done

Adopted in March 2022, the Auckland Water Strategy sets a vision for Auckland’s waters and provides direction for investment and action across the council group to 2050.

Council news 12 Sep 2025

How your targeted rates are improving Auckland’s natural environment and water quality

The Policy and Planning Committee celebrated the significant progress made towards restoring and protecting our natural environment and waterways thanks the natural environment and water quality targeted rates.

Events86 Results

18 Apr 2026

WilderFest

Set in the heart of Waiheke, this immersive festival brings together local community groups, inte...

19 Apr 2026

Rose Hellaby House Reopening Celebration

Explore the house and uncover stories of Rose Hellaby and the rich history woven through this rem...

19 Apr 2026

Seed Bomb Workshop

Join us at Rānui Library for a fun, hands on Seed Bomb Workshop as part of EcoFest.

02 Dec 2025 - 17 Jun 2026

Cloth nappies, parenting and more

Join us for this insightful and humorous session tailored for parents looking to make sustainable...

29 Apr 2026

Plant a tree like a pro

Come along to this free workshop and learn how to set your garden trees up for success.

13 May 2026

Tool sharpening basics for secateurs and spades

Learn-as-you-go workshop on sharpening essential garden tools.