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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Give feedback on the Waiheke Housing Strategy
Waiheke residents are being called to give feedback on a strategy to invest and advocate to improve housing supply and availability on the motu with consultation open now until Wednesday 28 May 2025.
Grant funding nurtures native nursery
Find out how grants helped Motu Community Nursery.
Boaties' guide to the exotic caulerpa rules in Auckland
Exotic caulerpa can travel quickly over long distances on vessels and equipment, and that’s why it’s been found around the Bay of Islands, Hauraki Gulf and parts of the Coromandel in popular anchorage locations.
Designated dog area decisions
Aotea residents are being encouraged to give feedback on council’s review of dog policies and bylaws including local dog access rules.
Caulerpa threat: boaties urged to help stop the spread this summer
Boaties heading out on the water this summer are being urged to take extra care to prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa.
Cable Bay Wine Limited sentenced for breach of resource consent conditions
Court rejects call for leniency, emphasises accountability.
Prohibited fire season for islands of the Hauraki Gulf from today
Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 2 December 2024.
New Zealand Nature Fund supports Kawau Island restoration project
Pest patrol on Kawau Island to launch in earnest.