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Auckland Council takes glamping to the next level
Wednesday, 27 February 2019, 9:37 am | Auckland Council
Looking for an unforgettable park getaway? Auckland Council has just the thing with the launch of its new Eco Structures at Ōrewa Beach Holiday Park, Martins Bay Holiday Park and Wenderholm Regional Park. The Eco Structures offer a superior glamping experience ... More >>
Hunua pest numbers at record low
Tuesday, 26 February 2019, 3:30 pm | Auckland Council
Pest numbers in the Hunua ranges are at an all-time low following a pest control operation completed last year. More >>
New record for building activity in Auckland
Monday, 25 February 2019, 10:00 am | Auckland Council
New consenting data shows the Unitary Plan is working by providing housing options in the areas where Aucklanders want to live, with more than 90 per cent of dwellings being consented within Auckland’s existing urban area. The figures also showed ... More >>
Aucklanders urged to have their say Annual Budget
Thursday, 21 February 2019, 9:26 am | Auckland Council
Aucklanders are being urged to make sure they have their say on the city’s proposed 2019/2020 budget. More >>
Fizz free movement gains momentum in South Auckland
Wednesday, 20 February 2019, 2:56 pm | Auckland Council
One of Mangere’s most popular summer events, the Portage Crossing, took the bold step of declaring themselves ‘fizz free’ this year as well as ensuring all stall holders took a healthier approach in what they offered in food and beverages. More >>
Stoat hunt shuts down
Tuesday, 19 February 2019, 11:07 am | Auckland Council
Stoat hunt shuts down After an exhaustive effort over the last six weeks, Auckland Council and the Department of Conservation (DOC) have signed off on a collaborative biosecurity response following an unconfirmed sighting of a pair of stoats in the ... More >>
Protecting Auckland’s natural environment
Thursday, 14 February 2019, 2:52 pm | Auckland Council
If water flows through the heart of Auckland city, it’s the wide-open green spaces that make it beat. More >>
Which Auckland path will you follow?
Monday, 11 February 2019, 4:38 pm | Auckland Council
It’s now even easier to explore our beautiful coastline, take the dog for a walk, get the kids to unplug or find a new running route thanks to Akl Paths – a digital platform that allows you to discover more than 200 walking and cycle paths across ... More >>
Rising temperatures put local lake under threat
Thursday, 7 February 2019, 12:32 pm | Auckland Council
Elevated temperatures and nutrients are creating conditions associated with an increased risk of a toxic algal bloom on North Shore’s Lake Pupuke. More >>
Insights: The cost of cheap decisions
Thursday, 31 January 2019, 8:42 pm | Auckland Council
Insights: The cost of cheap decisions Auckland ratepayers continually expect better levels of service and reduced environmental impact – as they should. However, at the same time the council is under pressure to keep rates as low as possible for ... More >>
Grant applications open to get Aucklanders active
Friday, 25 January 2019, 10:26 am | Auckland Council
Eligible organisations have until 8 March 2019 to apply for a share of the $508,000 regional fund designed to get Aucklanders more active, more often. More >>
Domain tree succumbs to Dutch elm disease
Friday, 25 January 2019, 9:23 am | Auckland Council
Dutch elm disease has been confirmed on a large Huntingdon elm tree in the Auckland Domain, located near the band rotunda. More >>
Stoat sleuthing reveals nothing suspicious
Monday, 21 January 2019, 7:45 pm | Auckland Council
After two weeks of intensive searching, the hunt to confirm the sighting of two rogue stoats on Aotea/Great Barrier Island is to be scaled back. More >>
Stoat sleuthing reveals nothing suspicious
Monday, 21 January 2019, 7:42 pm | Auckland Council
After two weeks of intensive searching, the hunt to confirm the sighting of two rogue stoats on Aotea/Great Barrier Island is to be scaled back. More >>
Extra ferry services in time for the holiday weekend
Monday, 21 January 2019, 2:43 pm | Auckland Council
Extra ferry services in time for the holiday weekend Weekend ferry services to and from Hobsonville start this weekend. On Saturdays there will be seven services running between Hobsonville, Beach Haven and the Downtown Ferry Terminal and on Sunday there ... More >>
Vector Lights celebrates its first birthday
Monday, 21 January 2019, 11:10 am | Auckland Council
Vector Lights celebrates its first birthday Vector Lights on the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge is celebrating its first birthday this Auckland Anniversary Weekend with a replay of last year’s dazzling opening light show. The six-minute sustainable ... More >>
Illegal dumping fines surge as Mayor’s crackdown continues
Friday, 18 January 2019, 3:36 pm | Auckland Council
Infringement fines for illegal dumping have soared in Auckland, doubling from 90 to 186 in the past 12 months, thanks to the $200k crackdown announced by Mayor Phil Goff last year. More >>
Governance transfers to Tūpuna Maunga Authority
Wednesday, 16 January 2019, 2:47 pm | Auckland Council
Legal administration of Maungauika / North Head transfers to the Tūpuna Maunga Authority from the Department of Conservation (DoC) this Friday, 18 January 2019. More >>
Waste-wise tips for summer boaties
Monday, 14 January 2019, 9:29 pm | Auckland Council
Summer is here and, for many Aucklanders, that means a lot of living is done out on the water – enjoying the Hauraki Gulf and the harbours, islands, beaches, and bays around the Auckland region. More >>
Summer waste barge services in the Hauraki Gulf
Saturday, 12 January 2019, 10:49 am | Auckland Council
Auckland Council is taking positive action again this summer to keep Auckland's Waitematā Harbour beautiful by providing waste barges out in the Hauraki Gulf to help boaties dispose of their waste. More >>
