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Auckland arborists go out on a limb to protect our precious trees
Arbor Day on 5 June is the perfect time to appreciate our natural wonders.
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Wild weather causes havoc with Auckland’s trees
While Auckland was facing a wild and windy Wednesday night, Auckland Council’s arborist team and its contractors were out making sure Aucklanders were safe from falling tree limbs and property damage.
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Auckland officially recognised as a Tree City of the World
“Trees are important to people, no matter what country they are from or what language they speak."
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Take part in renewing Kimpton Park playground
We’ve heard the call from our community, and we are listening – Kimpton Park playground is up for renewal and a much-needed do-over, and locals are now encouraged to have their say on plans for the space.
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Friends of Kirks Bush celebrate 30 years
Volunteers have making a difference at Kirks Bush for 30 years.
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Great delivery as board backs cricket
An indoor cricket wicket is a step closer for Manurewa.
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Five Auckland camping spots you may not have heard of
So, you’ve earned your beginner’s camping badges. Now it’s time to head off the beaten track and try some of Auckland’s most idyllic and secluded camping spots.
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Winter is planting time in Upper Harbour
Volunteers are gearing up this winter to plant thousands of native plants in local parks.
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Sponge Cities: resilient landscapes and water sensitive design
Join landscape architect Nick Robinson who will discuss water sensitive design features such as g...
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Tāwharanui Regional Park Planting Day
Bring your family and friends to help plant trees and keep Auckland green.
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Sunnyvale Stream Planting
Nau mai, haere mai. Join us for a planting at this gem of a backyard stream in Sunnyvale, and sta...
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Planting Days 2024 with Kaipātiki Project
Join us as we expand and strengthen our local reserves with more native plants this year.
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Kūmara Tāpapa with Kelly Francis, Whenua Warrior
Learn how to grow kūmara from tipu, and how to save kūmara for seed. Hear about the the ways Māor...
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