Conservation map

Use the map to understand what’s happening in your area, support planning and make informed decisions about conservation activity.

What you can explore on the map

• Ecological values - including the extent and distribution of ecosystems across the region
• Outstanding natural features and landscapes
• Kauri dieback information - including affected areas, track status and hygiene stations
• Hydrology - streams, wetlands and lakes
• Local and regional parks - highlighting ecological significant parkland.
• Land management and administrative boundaries - including Auckland Council's boundary 
• Ecological districts - helpful for native plant seed sourcing
• Community conservation activity - local groups and larger 'landscape-scale' initiatives
• Schools and Enviroschools.

We will continue to add data to the map as it becomes available. You can contact us if you have other comments about the map or would like additional data included.

Find groups on the conservation map

1. Click on the Map Layers green button - you'll find this in the top-right corner of the map, second from the left
2. Select the 'Conservation Community' map layer
3. Click the drop-down arrow to select either local or landscape (larger) scale groups or initiatives.

Note: due to the number of community-led conservation groups and initiatives across our region, there are two size categories. We recommend you view both layers - one at a time.

Complete this form to have your group or initiative added to the map and the Auckland Conservation Directory.

Click the image below to go to the map.

How to use the map

1. Turn layers on and off
   Select the layers you’re interested in — such as ecological values, kauri dieback information, community projects or protected areas — to build a picture of what’s happening in your area.
2. Zoom in on your local area
   Use the search bar to find an address, place or landmark, or zoom in manually to explore specific sites.
   Note: if you move the map with your mouse and it gets 'wonky', click the 'reset map orientation' button in the top left corner. Look for the arrow in a circle.
3. Click on features for more detail
   Select areas or icons on the map to view additional information about ecosystems, management activity, track status or conservation initiatives.
4. Combine layers to support planning
   Overlay ecological, hydrology and management layers to understand natural values, constraints and opportunities when planning projects or activities.
5. Connect with others
   Use the community conservation and school layers to find groups working nearby and explore opportunities to collaborate.