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Protecting our way of life

Protecting the environment and the people who live and work in it, for a better way of life.

What's happening

Lots of products online contain chemicals that can pose a risk.

The latest Te Pūtara e-pānui has details about our new eDNA programme, and highlights some changes c...

We've welcomed new members to both our HSNO and Māori advisory committees.

The Rāpaki development consists of residential units and a shared-use community building.

Take a look at our Facebook page for the latest news, competitions, and info about our Safer Homes programme.

Find out how to keep yourself, your whānau, our communities and environment safe around chemicals.

Take part in the decision making on an application that's open for public submission.

Not sure where to look? You can search the contents of this website or our extensive databases and records