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Environment 23 Mar 2022

Māngere's swarming midge fly problem gone

The pesky midge fly population on the Māngere foreshore is at its lowest ever, thanks to the innovation of a Watercare environmental scientist determined to reduce chemicals in pest control.

Transport 18 Mar 2022

Safer streets for Konini Primary as part of Vibrant Streets project

A project to help provide safer streets around Konini Primary School in Glen Eden is set to go ahead as part of the new Auckland Council Vibrant Streets programme.

Environment 18 Mar 2022

Predator Free Franklin turning hunters into hunted

Franklin Local Board Chair Andy Baker, says what started out as a few committed people catching possums, has snowballed into a movement that stretches across the board area.

Mayor 17 Mar 2022

More frequent bus services, urban forest and cycling and walking upgrades for Manurewa-Papakura in proposed Climate Action Package

Manurewa-Papakura residents will benefit from a boost in investment in bus services, cycling and walking, as well as tree planting, if Auckland Council’s proposed Climate Action Package is supported by councillors as part of this year’s Annual Bud...

Community 17 Mar 2022

Paying it forward for good citizens

Waitematā Local Board recently took the opportunity to pay it forward when it recognised its Good Citizen Award recipients.

17 Mar 2022

Waitematā Local Board board member resigns

Waitematā Local Board member Adriana Avendano Christie has resigned her position on the board.

16 Mar 2022

Board thrilled Vibrant Streets set to come to Avondale

Whau Local Board is delighted its Avondale Open Streets project is to be funded through the new Ngā Tiriti Ngangahau - The Vibrant Streets Programme.

Events

24 May 2026

NZ Music Month: Kairos - Blockhouse Bay Library

Kairos play an energetic mix of instrumentals and songs.

24 May 2026

Planting day - Amorino Park

Join us for a hands-on morning of planting native trees, shrubs and grasses.

24 May 2026

Poetry reading / Book launch

Local author Art Nahill celebrates the release of his fifth book of poems, Circumstance and Seren...

24 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Regional park planting days - North

A fun and rewarding morning out in our northern regional parks helping plant trees.

24 May 2026 - 26 Jul 2026

Planting to protect Matakana River banks

Make a difference on a stunning stretch of the Matakana River. 

23 May 2026 - 24 May 2026

Marbled clay on the wheel

Create mesmerizing marbled ceramic vases and cups by combining contrasting coloured clay and shap...

23 May 2026 - 24 May 2026

Sports Tech

Take part in mixed reality sports, multisensory experiences and discover the science of the human...

23 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Kids learn to ride

An opportunity to learn tips and tricks to practice with your kids at home.