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Council news 18 Aug 2023

An infamous Aucklander heads for Taranaki

Rogue pig that has caused traffic chaos and evaded capture, finally has a new home

Conservation 15 Aug 2023

Dotterels emerge from a rough summer breeding season

Stormy summer weather impacts dotterel breeding season

Council news 3 Aug 2023

Auckland Council makes it easier to access flood data

Understanding the flood risk for your property has become simpler thanks to a new online tool launched by Auckland Council.

Environment news 1 Aug 2023

Three ways Auckland Council is taking action against climate change

We are working hard to address climate change, and it's not all about reducing emissions! Discover three other ways we're taking action.

Dogs 25 Jul 2023

Time running out to renew dog registration

A call out to dog owners, from Auckland Council. If you own a dog, it needs to be registered by 1 August.

Auckland Council wins in the court for dog attack
Dogs 17 Jul 2023

Successful prosecution in dog attack case

A Pukekohe man has recently been found guilty in the Pukekohe District Court of two charges of owning a dog that attacked a person/s contrary to s-57 of the Dog Control Act 1996.

Environment 19 Jun 2023

Franklin updates its pesky plant poster

Now you download a copy of the Franklin Local Board weed wanted list.

Community 19 Jun 2023

Celebrating our amazing volunteers

Auckland Council is celebrating the thousands of people who volunteer for the council whānau and our communities during Te Wiki Tūao ā-Motu National Volunteer Week, 18-24 June.

Dogs 19 Jun 2023

Be a su-paw-star, it’s time to register your pooch

Auckland Council is again reminding dog owners to show love for their dog by registering them early and taking advantage of the early-bird fee.

Waste 12 Jun 2023

The best of both worlds - compost and food scraps

While home composting is still the preferred option to treat food scraps, not all Aucklanders can compost and not all food scraps can be easily composted. Auckland Council’s food scraps collection service means that food scraps, which would end u...

Council news 9 May 2023

Heavy rain warning and thunderstorm watch issued for Auckland

MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Auckland, including Aotea Great Barrier Island for Tuesday 9 May.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 9 May 2023

Emergency Mobile Alert issued for widespread rain and flooding in Auckland

Auckland Emergency Management has issued an emergency mobile alert and MetService has issued an Orange Heavy Rain Warning and a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Auckland, including Aotea Great Barrier Island today (Tuesday 9 May).

Waste 4 May 2023

Six things you can’t put in your recycling bin

Reducing landfill is a great cause your whole household can get behind. However, it’s important to know what can be recycled in your kerbside bins and what needs to be taken elsewhere – or put straight in the rubbish.

Environment 1 May 2023

Auckland Council celebrates as Hunua Ranges caution lifted

The caution over the 1080 treatment area in the Hunua Ranges Regional Park has lifted, six months after the final application for 2022. With already excellent results, this marks the third successful aerial pest control operation for Auckland Coun...

Council news 1 May 2023

Weather updates: follow the forecast and make a plan

Keep an eye on weather forecasts and, if you live in an area prone to flooding or isolation, make sure you’ve got a plan in place.

Pest Free 20 Apr 2023

Reasons to join your local community conservation group

Community conservation groups are working hard to improve our natural environment right across Tāmaki Makaurau. Check out some great reasons to connect with your local group.