Much work has been done to repair tracks around Auckland, though before you head out, check Akl Paths to see whether the track you want to walk is open. The Arataki Visitor Centre opens on 2 December and you can already walk the Arataki Nature Trail. Enter this 40-minute walk through...
Freshwater rules are changing in Tāmaki Makaurau and Aucklanders can have their say on how to improve the region’s rivers, lakes and streams. The details are included in a discussion document called Setting our Direction for improving freshwater in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. See AkHaveYourSay.NZ. This work is driven by the...
The Free Fares Campaign says that the public transport discounts introduced this year are an important step towards transport equity and emissions reductions. Their petition, launched yesterday, calls on the incoming Minister of Transport to retain these discounts: half-price public transport for Community Services Card holders and under-25s, half-price Total...
Voting for Te Manu Rongonui o te Rautau | Bird of the Century 2023 is now open. This avian election is themed to celebrate Forest & Bird’s 100th birthday. Seventy-seven native birds are candidates for Bird of the Century. Plus, for the first time ever, five extinct species are in...
Te Tukunga pūtea ā-takiwā taonga tuku iho / the Regional Historic Heritage Grant Programme applications have been extended until 14 November. The grant aims to preserve and enhance historic heritage as a legacy to pass on to future generations. With grants of up to $50,000, it is open to groups...
Two species of exotic caulerpa seaweed have been found in the north of New Zealand, including in Tāmaki Makaurau. This invasive marine pest has the potential to seriously harm and transform our coastal environments. If you think you see exotic caulerpa, note the location, take a photo and report it...
After nearly 4 years, there is positive action on the Leys Institute Library and Gymnasium. At its October meeting, the Waitematā Local Board accepted a recommendation from Auckland Council to proceed with the final designs for the restoration of the Leys, and to start the resource and building consent process....
The 2023 Auckland’s Heritage Counts, compiled by David Bade, has been put on the Auckland Council website here, along with past editions and related research reports. This edition is in a poster format. The aim of Auckland’s Heritage Counts is to raise awareness of Auckland’s heritage, and to highlight the...
Forest & Bird has called for the government to introduce a national Cat Management Act, with the mandated registration and desexing of pet cats to protect wildlife throughout the country. There are an estimated 1,134,000 pet cats and 196,000 strays in New Zealand. There is no data on feral cats,...
Auckland Council has proposed daily challenges we can all make this Recycling Week. Procurement Monday Only purchase products that can be recycled, reused or repurposed, and consider buying in bulk. Waste-free Tuesday If your workplace recycling system could do with improving, encourage your colleagues to recycle correctly by providing them...