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Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment

Across Waiheke, locals are taking action - trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Local Board, these efforts are helping safeguard the island’s environment and the wider Hauraki Gulf .

Taiao - Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board protects our environment

From restoring native habitats to reducing waste and improving waterways, people across Devonport-Takapuna are working together to care for the local environment. with support from the local board.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Growing food and connections on Aotea

To support steps towards creating homegrown food sources, the local board funds a Food Resilience Coordinator role.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Ōrākei: Five initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

We are privileged to share our neighbourhoods with diverse landscapes and ecosystems, from beaches and forests to wetlands and hilltops.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Waitematā: Four initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

Be inspired by local community groups and organisations protecting our environment.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Five island initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

The natural environment of Aotea / Great Barrier is incredibly special.

Community 1 Apr 2026

Four a greener future

Here are four ways the Howick Local Board is protecting the environment and keeping our green spaces beautiful FOUR the future.

Community news 24 Mar 2026

5 actions for nature in Upper Harbour

Discover Upper Harbour projects where you can help protect nature and make a difference.

Events

27 Sep 2026

Leys Orchestra: Oasis In the Ocean

Leys Orchestra explores the home-away-from-home early Aucklanders built over a century ago.

27 Sep 2026

Spring seed and plant swap

Come along to talk all things gardening and growing.

27 Sep 2026

The Henderson Shuffle

The Henderson Shuffle is a 12‑hour, non‑competitive community endurance event - where people walk...

27 Sep 2026

Volcano Fest: Auckland's fiery story

Calling all curious minds, from young explorers to the young at heart.

27 Sep 2026 - 01 Oct 2026

Alberton Beyond the Ropes Tours

Go beyond the ropes that usually close off many of the rooms and experience the beautiful collect...

27 Sep 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

School Holidays - Birkenhead

These school holidays are all about following your dreams!

27 Sep 2026 - 09 Oct 2026

Butter making

This interactive day out lets families learn how to churn fresh cream into butter, guided by one...

27 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Farming In Birkenhead

The Birkenhead Museum has display items related to the farming and kauri gum digging activities i...