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Protecting the Hauraki Gulf

The Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana / Te Moananui-ā-Toi is a special place with its stunning coastlines, marine reserves, pristine beaches and native wildlife on islands. Pests and waste threaten this beautiful natural environment but there are small -  but important - actions we can all take together to protect its wildlife, islands and waters.

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Parks / Outdoors 24 Oct 2025

From rubbish to rodents: five things you can do to help protect the Hauraki Gulf this summer

With more boats expected on the water, Auckland Council is urging boaties to do their bit to protect this unique environment and here’s how you can help.

Hauraki Gulf 19 Oct 2022

Top tips for visitors

Whether you’re heading out for a day or staying a while, here are our top tips to keep the Hauraki Gulf pest and waste free when you visit.

Environment 3 Dec 2025

Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties

Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.

Council news 1 Dec 2025

Prohibited fire season for Hauraki Gulf islands from today

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has today announced that all islands of the Hauraki Gulf have entered a prohibited fire season from 1 December, until further notice.

Hauraki Gulf 20 Nov 2025

Auckland Council 15th anniversary – Hauraki Gulf Islands

To celebrate Auckland Council's 15th anniversary, we’ve put together a selection of key local achievements from the past 15 years.