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Anne-Elise Smithson is standing with Shore Action for re-election to the Kaipātiki Local Board. “I promised greater protection of our environment and our Local Board is now leading the way for Auckland Council. But we need to do more to tackle the climate crisis,” says Smithson.
Long-term, … View moreAnne-Elise Smithson is standing with Shore Action for re-election to the Kaipātiki Local Board. “I promised greater protection of our environment and our Local Board is now leading the way for Auckland Council. But we need to do more to tackle the climate crisis,” says Smithson.
Long-term, Smithson wants to see the establishment of a North Shore Environment Centre. She says, “I’m proud of the incredible achievements of our volunteer networks. I would love to see a new facility shared by multiple environmental groups so they can expand their work and reach more people in our community”.
The Kaipātiki Local Board has overseen a nearly 40% increase in environment funding. The 2018/19 Environmental Funding Boost initiatives include:
• Small Sites Ambassador programme: tackling sedimentation and improving building site compliance
• Industry Pollution Prevention: assisting local businesses to reduce their impact on waterways in Birkenhead, Beach Haven and the Wairau Valley
• Stream Quality Monitoring: providing data at eight sites
• Pest-Free Kaipātiki: a big boost for pest removal together with habitat and species restoration
• Kauri Dieback Strategy for Kaipātiki
• Open Space Management Plan: kick-starting a plan to protect and enhance our local parks and reserves
• Increased support for park volunteers
• A contribution to Auckland Council’s Ngahere (urban canopy) strategy.
• A ‘park naturalisation’ project for pollinator paths and natural meadows.
• Continued support for Kaipātiki Project initiatives
Further information:
ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz...
Anne-Elise Smithson grew up on the North Shore, studied Ecology at Auckland University and works as a Trusts and Philanthropy Executive for the Starship Foundation. Known locally as ‘Stream Girl’, Smithson believes healthy ecosystems help our communities flourish.
Come and meet our experienced volunteer English tutors. You will have a chance to practice speaking English in a small and friendly group.
$3 per person, refreshments provided.
Kaipatiki Winter Fun Programme 10am MONDAY
Monday....wots up here.... Northcote Citizens Centre - Inter generational Playdate, for our Senior group to meet and greet our preschool group, sharing the art of play together through the ages.
Drivers on Auckland's northern motorway should expect significant delays following a crash. The cra…
A woman responsible for one of the worst cases of animal neglect seen in New Zealand has been found …
Our Curator of Entomology* John Early has discovered a species of bug that has recently established itself in Auckland. The green lacewing is "a beautiful little insect, lovely to behold. It is a pale leaf green with a golden strip down its back and delicate wings that sparkle as it flies in … View moreOur Curator of Entomology* John Early has discovered a species of bug that has recently established itself in Auckland. The green lacewing is "a beautiful little insect, lovely to behold. It is a pale leaf green with a golden strip down its back and delicate wings that sparkle as it flies in the sunlight," says Early. But is this new resident a friend or a foe to the flora and fauna in our backyards? Read on to find out...
*Entomology is the study of insects and their relationship to humans, the environment, and other organisms.
While fruit flies are less active in winter, our work in your neighbourhood will continue.
Operations will slow down over winter but some of our surveillance traps will stay out and we ask that you continue to stick to the rules on fruit and vegetable movements.
Biosecurity New Zealand lifted… View moreWhile fruit flies are less active in winter, our work in your neighbourhood will continue.
Operations will slow down over winter but some of our surveillance traps will stay out and we ask that you continue to stick to the rules on fruit and vegetable movements.
Biosecurity New Zealand lifted the Zone A restrictions and moved those properties into Zone B. Check what this means for you at biosecurity.govt.nz/queenslandfruitfly
We know it’s an inconvenience, but the work is vital for our horticultural industries and our backyard fruit trees.
We are grateful for your support, we cannot do this without you.
A vehicle inspector has been suspended after failing to carry out inspections and certifications cor…
Hello Auckland! We are very pleased to extend a warm welcome to Auckland Museum who are joining our wonderful family of Neighbourly partners.
Together we will showcase exhibitions, launch events, get 'behind the scenes' and celebrate the taonga the museum is to our communities.
We… View moreHello Auckland! We are very pleased to extend a warm welcome to Auckland Museum who are joining our wonderful family of Neighbourly partners.
Together we will showcase exhibitions, launch events, get 'behind the scenes' and celebrate the taonga the museum is to our communities.
We can't wait to share all the great things Auckland Museum brings to our city. There's exciting things to come and we welcome you to share a welcome message to our friends at the Museum below.
Our Qi Gong class is back on a different day.
We are lucky to have one of our newcomers happy to share her knowledge.
Our Master Qi Gong practitioner Judy will teach us how to circulate and cultivate our energy. This is an ancient Chinese heath care system which has the potential to transform … View moreOur Qi Gong class is back on a different day.
We are lucky to have one of our newcomers happy to share her knowledge.
Our Master Qi Gong practitioner Judy will teach us how to circulate and cultivate our energy. This is an ancient Chinese heath care system which has the potential to transform your life.
$5 per session.
Biosecurity New Zealand say it won't take its "foot off the pedal" in the fight against the Queensla…
Auckland Council's public consultation, used in its bid to ban the general public from buying and us…
Selling my 2006 grey 5 seater hatchback Honda Fit. It has rego till 29 feb 2020, and warranty is August 2019.
Looking for $3700 o.n.o
A new law in Wales says schools are required to have gender-neutral uniforms.
This means that while uniforms can include both skirts and pants, schools can't label these as "girls" or "boys" items.
Should NZ follow suit?
To read more, click here.
Kid’s love somewhere to hide and seek.
This day tent is a perfect fort for indoors or a place to retreat from the sun when playing outside, with highlights of Resene colours.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick … View moreKid’s love somewhere to hide and seek.
This day tent is a perfect fort for indoors or a place to retreat from the sun when playing outside, with highlights of Resene colours.
Make the most of this weekend with this easy step by step project idea from Resene.
Find out how to create this quick and easy project yourself
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