Land and water
As Aucklanders we are the guardians of a unique environment. From the internationally recognised native forests of the Waitakere and Hunua Ranges to the Hauraki Gulf Islands, and our extensive coastline, streams, lakes and volcanoes - Auckland is a special place.
Our city is the fastest growing in Australasia and is home to over 1.4 million people - more than a third of New Zealand’s total population. Human activity and a growing population place increasing pressure on our land and water environments.
We promote the preservation and protection of environmental values through a range of activities including:
- Ensuring protection and enhancement of significant natural heritage through the Resource Management Act
- Surveying, identifying and monitoring of significant natural areas and geological features
- Managing biodiversity and ecological restoration projects on council land
- Supporting and advocating for natural heritage protection and enhancement
- Monitoring and reporting on water quality
- Providing rural land management advice including soil conservation, riparian management and farm plan development
- Remediating contaminated sites and managing closed landfills
- Providing assessments and advice on geotechnical, coastal processes and hazards.
Find out more
Please use the links below to find more detailed information, fact sheets and educational resources about our land and water activities and services.