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Stories of resilience, climate action and everyday change in Tāmaki Makaurau
Stay up to date with the latest initiatives and community stories about how Aucklanders are creating a climate-ready, low-carbon Tāmaki Makaurau.
Climate Adaptation
20 Jul 2026
Come rain, wind or winter
Stay warm, save money and prepare for a changing climate with practical winter tips to keep your home cosy, reduce energy costs and build resilience for the seasons ahead.
Kai Resilience
23 Jul 2026
Growing food and connection in Massey
Triangle Park’s community food forest in Massey is doubling in size, growing more kai, shade and community connections while building local climate resilience.
Climate Adaptation
15 Jul 2026
Disabled communities help shape climate solutions in Auckland
Six disability led projects across Tāmaki Makaurau are turning community ideas into action, helping Auckland adapt to a changing climate.
Waste & Circular Economy
13 Jul 2026
8 simple swaps for Plastic Free July
Plastic Free July is the perfect time to try one simple swap. Explore eight easy ways to cut back on plastic and reduce waste this month.
Water & Stormwater
7 Jul 2026
Smarter waste solutions from Swiss technology trial
Auckland is trialling innovative Swiss technology that could reduce sediment waste going to landfill by up to 60 per cent, while protecting streams, estuaries and harbours.
Water & Stormwater
7 Jul 2026
Swiss tech trial to cut waste and protect Auckland's harbours
Innovative Swiss technology is being trialled on Auckland's North Shore for the first time in New Zealand — a smarter, lower-carbon way to remove stormwater-pond sediment that could cut landfill waste by up to 60%.
Sustainable Schools
29 Jun 2026
Students Power Up for Climate Action
From classrooms to the gym, Papatoetoe Intermediate students became energy auditors, uncovering simple ways to reduce energy waste while learning how small actions can make a big difference for their school and the climate.
Waste & Circular Economy
24 Jun 2026
Book your inorganic collection and give preloved items a second life
Got items at home you no longer need? Auckland Council's inorganic collection is a simple way to clear clutter while helping your community and the environment.
Nature & Biodiversity
22 Jun 2026
IVF for Seaweed
Auckland Council's innovative "IVF for seaweed" project is growing baby kelp to help restore underwater forests and marine life in the Hauraki Gulf.