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Parks / Outdoors 17 Oct 2017

Quiz: How much of a conservation expert are you?

Put your knowledge to the test this Conservation Week (14-22 October).

Community 16 Oct 2017

Howick park and playground upgrades

With daylight savings giving your more hours to relax and play – why not get out and enjoy one of the many great parks, walkways and outdoor activities the Howick ward has to offer.

Environment 12 Oct 2017

Butterflies flutter by at Blockhouse Bay

Following an agreement with Whau Local Board, the Moths and Butterflies of New Zealand Trust will establish a butterfly garden in Blockhouse Bay Recreation Reserve.

Community 11 Oct 2017

Have your say on Meola Reef Reserve

Providing a 10-20 year vision for the area, the draft plan takes into consideration the current values and uses of the reserve and proposes how to improve them.

Environment 11 Oct 2017

Hunua Ranges bursting with baby kōkako

Auckland Council’s biggest ever pest control operation has chalked up a major victory for the endangered kōkako, with dozens of new chicks hatching in the Hunua Ranges this summer.

Community 9 Oct 2017

Final stage of the Waterview Shared Path is open

The final stage of the Waterview Shared Path, one of Auckland’s biggest shared paths, is officially open.

Beaches 5 Oct 2017

An upgraded Takapuna beach holiday park, another step closer

We aim to attract an operator who wants to invest in delivering a high-quality beach holiday park experience that is affordable and enjoyable for another generation of kiwis and international visitors.