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Environment 28 Jun 2016

Planting helps bring Ōtara Creek back to life

A community planting day has added 2000 native plants to the Ōtara Creek Reserve as part of ongoing environmental restoration to the area.

Community 28 Jun 2016

100,000 native plants for waterway development

An innovative new partnership between Auckland Council, Te Whāngai Trust and Wesley Intermediate School which will see the creation of a native nursery was launched with a pōwhiri and hui this week.

Parks / Outdoors 17 Jun 2016

Birkenhead’s new BMX Pump Track

Last Sunday, Kaipatiki Local Board celebrated the opening its new BMX pump track at Birkenhead War Memorial Park.

Community 15 Jun 2016

Trees rise again on the summit of mighty Maungakiekie

Saturday 11 June marks an historic moment in time for the Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountain), Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill.

Parks / Outdoors 10 Jun 2016

Mirror, mirror on Auckland Domain

A delightful mid-20th century reflection pond in Auckland Domain has just been reopened after an extensive two-year renovation.

Environment 3 Jun 2016

Great Barrier Island sanctuary now publicly owned

Great Barrier Local Board Chair Izzy Fordham says Glenfern offers more opportunities for conservation, education and economic outcomes for the island and the Hauraki Gulf.

Heritage 26 May 2016

Take the Rose Trail

The Rose Trail is a winding, 30-minute ramble through Symonds Street Cemetery.

Parks / Outdoors 25 May 2016

Hidden oasis in Symonds Street

Symonds Street Cemetery, a public park since 1908, is a tree-lined oasis in the heart of the city.

Events33 Results

09 Nov 2024 - 23 Nov 2024

Sailing on Breeze

Set sail on your next adventure aboard Breeze, a traditional wooden brigantine similar to vessels...

10 Nov 2024

Ambury Cup Dog Trial and Sheep Shearing

Come and experience an action-packed day at Ambury, some country fun in the big city.

10 Nov 2024

North Shore Welcoming the Godwits

Let’s celebrate the return of the Kuaka and the joy of our community—see you there!

10 Nov 2024

Parnell Festival of Roses 2024

Festival-goers will experience an array of performances, food trucks, craft stalls, a farmer’s ma...

11 Nov 2024

Guided Nature Walk in Eskdale Reserve

This walk is perfect for anyone wanting to understand the power of nature in protecting us from f...

12 Nov 2024

Free guided seasonal walk at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Join our expert guide for a free seasonal walk through the Gardens, taking in some of the highlig...

12 Nov 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

Eskdale Regeneration Champions with Kaipātiki Project

Come and join Kaipātiki Project for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to nurtur...

13 Nov 2024

Stream Clean Up at Eskdale Reserve

Join in and help Kaipātiki Project to keep our streams safe, healthy, and flood-resilient.