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Jon Turner has returned as Manukau Harbour Forum chair.
Turner returns to Manukau Harbour Forum
Experienced Manukau Harbour guardians Jon Turner and Alan Cole have been returned as chair and deputy of Auckland Council’s Manukau Harbour Forum.
Great spots for dog walking in Auckland
On-leash or off, there are heaps of exciting dog walking areas for you to discover across Auckland.
Canines on the roam
Over the past two summers, there has been a notable increase in complaints about roaming dogs in the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki area, as well as in Puketāpapa.
Te reo Māori names adopted for Whau parks
Twenty six additional parks in Whau will now carry dual Māori / English names. The names were formally adopted at Whau Local Board’s recent business meeting.
Fall in love with Tāwharanui Regional Park
When it comes to Tāmaki Makaurau’s most loved regional parks, there’s a good reason why Tāwharanui is a favourite among many Aucklanders – once you set foot on its white-sand shores, you’ll be forever smitten.
Three shared paths that can be enjoyed by everyone
With access for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and strollers, these shared paths make it easy for everyone to explore Auckland's outdoor spaces.
Local board adopts name for Scott Point park
Te Kori Scott Point is the official name for Scott Point Sustainable Sports Park adopted by Upper Harbour Local Board in February.
Three Auckland parks to discover this Parks Week
Whether you're after family fun, off-leash puppy playdates or coastal splendour, the parks of Auckland have got you covered.
Events69 Results
Junior Ranger pest detectives
We will create our very own chew cards and pest-monitoring tunnels to take home.
Circus in the Park - Myers Park
Join the amazing Circus In The Park team to play and learn circus skills like juggling, hula hoop, acrobatics, ribbons and spinning plates.
Create a Banana Swale in Your Backyard
Join us to share the experience and feel inspired to be a part of these local initiatives.
Free Silent Disco City Clean-Up - Massey
The 1-hour clean-up is followed by a 30-minute guided meditation to connect with nature and gain the inner wisdom to plant the seeds for the future.
Grow, Forage, Cook - Healthy Eating Autumn
In this workshop, you’ll get a tour of EcoMatters Teaching Garden with garden coordinator Meg Liptrot and have a go at planting a winter crop
Oneroa Rat Trial Walk with Te Korowai o Waiheke - EcoFest
The walk will start at Alison Park and finish at Little Oneroa and is suitable for all fitness and age levels.
Pest Plant Roadshow
Come along to chat about how to identify invasive weeds, best practices for keeping kauri safe while caring for the bush.
Rongoā Rākau Plant Propagation
Learn about propagating and growing some of our common Rongoā Rākau/Māori medicinal plants at the EcoMatters community nursery.