Climate action everywhere and all together

Your home, your street, your city, your rohe. Create a climate-ready, low-carbon Tāmaki Makaurau – let’s do this together.

Take a step towards climate preparedness

From your kitchen to your māra kai and beyond, every small and large step counts. 

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At home

Whether you're renting, buying or building and whether you start inside or outside, climate action is good for your pocket and the planet.

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In your neighbourhood

From tree planting to flood planning or installing community solar energy, local action helps neighbourhoods adapt to a changing climate.

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At school

Going zero waste, growing food gardens or getting involved in local projects, schools can help give young people the tools they need to thrive.

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Te Puāwaitanga ō te Tātai

From ahi kā leadership to local restoration, discover the mana whenua-led climate actions shaping a safer, stronger future for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Rangatahi Climate Leadership

Rangatahi Māori are stepping into climate leadership roles that weave culture, community and care for te taiao. Their knowledge, creativity and determination are shaping resilient pathways for Tāmaki Makaurau — and inspiring intergenerational action grounded in identity and whakapapa.

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Climate & Emergency Ready Fund

Te Ara Urutau

Te Ara Urutau provides over $1 million in grants to support community-led projects that cut emissions, adapt to climate impacts, and strengthen emergency readiness — all through one simple application.

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Find a friendly climate group near you

Discover bike hubs, street meets, community gardens, food forests and more with our interactive map. Connect with local groups and get involved in building a climate-friendly community.

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Talk to a Home Energy Advisor

Get free, in-home or online advice on how to make your home warm, dry and energy-efficient. Our certified advisors can help you cut your power bills, get rid of mould and make your home more liveable – within your budget.

Book your free consultation

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FEATURE STORY

Kia ora is a climate strategy

The low-key, low-stress guide to kickstarting climate resilient communities

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Latest News

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FEATURE STORY
Community 9 Feb 2026

From Brazil to Mount Maunganui

"I never thought of myself as 'at risk' because of my physical impairment. That belief changed dramatically in May 2024..."
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Climate adaptation
Community 5 Feb 2026

Planet-proof Papakura

How Papakura is planning together for a changing climate
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OUR AUCKLAND

Understanding landslides: what you should know

Landslides impact homes, infrastructure, roads and services and the effects of climate change can exacerbate these risks over time. The devastating landslides in and near Mauao, Mount Maunganui, are another stark reminder of the risk of landslides to life and property.
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Climate Action 2 Feb 2026

Apply now for Auckland’s new $1m Climate and Emergency Readiness Fund for community action

Applications are now open for Te Ara Urutau – Climate and Emergency Ready Fund, a new $1 million combined fund. The fund is designed to help community organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau take bold, practical action on climate change and emergency preparedness.
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TOP TIPS
Environment 2 Feb 2026

Chill tactics

A warmer future might sound dreamy, but extreme heat is tough on our health, homes, and daily lives. Here are ten local tips to help you stay cool and cope as temperatures continue to climb.
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Community 2 Feb 2026

Kia ora is a climate strategy

Forget the bunker and the loo paper — the real secret to climate resilience is your neighbours. Yep, even the cool couple downstairs. If the idea of saying hi makes you sweat, here’s your easy, introvert-friendly guide to building community, one small step at a time.
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FEATURE STORY
Climate Action 1 Feb 2026

Our Urban Ngāhere

In the spring of 2025, we invited Māngere photographer Anna Delany to document the Urban Ngāhere, particularly in the streets close to and bordering Ambury Park...
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OUR AUCKLAND
Community 21 Nov 2025

A new approach to city-fringe living quietly unfolds amid Grey Lynn villas

What happens when architecture, community and sustainability come together.

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