Hawaii's humpback whale season starts early with sightings reported by Sea Maui Catamarans and Holo Holo Charters, prompting reminders for responsible whale watching.

Kamalani Playground at Lydgate Park closes on Oct. 14 for a one-day maintenance to trim a native Kamani tree. Niu Mana Tree Care will handle the job. The playground is set to reopen the next morning.

The article details upcoming events in Honolulu, including the Talk Story Festival, senior activities, Halloween events, and the Mayor's Craft & Country Fair, organized by the Department of Parks and Recreation.

Hawaiʻi has launched "Stop the Ant Month" to combat invasive little fire ants (LFA) with a collaboration between state agencies and university programs, offering free ant-collection kits and education for residents to aid in detection and prevention.

The County of Maui DPR has announced park facility closures in Kīhei, Upcountry, and Wailuku for maintenance and events, with contact information provided for the public.

DLNR hosted decision-makers on a Maui coral reef tour to show the impact of human actions on reef health, contrasting damaged and healthy reefs, and to discuss conservation efforts.

The Honolulu Zoo introduces Bono the gibbon to potential companion Japan to foster companionship in their senior years.

Hawaiian monk seal Hōʻailona, known as Hōʻa, has returned to Waikīkī Aquarium from UC Santa Cruz where he was part of conservation studies. His homecoming celebrates conservation efforts for his endangered species.

A two-day initiative in Kalalau Valley, Hawaii, involving state agencies and hunters, successfully removed 22 feral pigs and goats, helping protect the local ecosystem.

Wailua Parks' tennis and pickleball courts are closing temporarily for maintenance, with painting and windscreens installation scheduled, subject to weather conditions.

Kapa‘a Swimming Pool on Kauai is closed indefinitely from September 17 due to mechanical issues; patrons are directed to Waimea pool.

Honolulu's Hoomaluhia Botanical Garden plans weekly closures starting in 2026 for environmental rehabilitation; a public survey will decide if it should close on Tuesdays or Thursdays.

Honolulu is seeking public input for the Moanalua Section of the Honolulu Watershed Forest Reserve management plan via open house events and online comments until October 2025.