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Community 15 May 2024

Kōkako volunteers mark 30 years on job

Volunteers who have trekked the Hunua Ranges to conserve the last kōkako population in the mainland Auckland region have celebrated 30 years.

Beaches 10 May 2024

Forum backs Coastguard appeal

A collaborative, community-based approach will be vital in reducing the number of preventative drownings on the Manukau, Coastguard has told the Manukau Harbour Forum.

14-24 year olds 3 May 2024

Playground plans get seal of approval

Concept plans bring a playground a step closer for Belmont.

Council news 30 Apr 2024

Nathan Homestead restoration to future-proof taonga for community

"It’s important we take action now to carry out enhancements so this taonga can be used and enjoyed by locals and visitors for years to come."

Council news 26 Apr 2024

Long-term Plan attracts record community feedback

Long-term Plan attracts record community feedback.

Waste 23 Apr 2024

Less waste and more resources for DIYers

Warkworth’s Community Recycling Centre opens.

Auckland's Future In Progress 16 Apr 2024

‘Together for Tāmaki Makaurau’ gains momentum in making the city centre safer

From increased CityWatch patrols to the establishment of the City Centre Safety Plan, a series of new initiatives aimed at improving safety in the city centre are underway.

Council news 15 Apr 2024

Māori focussed projects boosted through Ngā Hapori Momoho / Thriving Communities Grants

Thirteen projects were allocated a slice of $318,863, with the funding approved by the Planning, Environment and Parks Committee.

Community 10 Apr 2024

Taste of Franklin food gala sells out

More than 100 guests joined the Kitchen Project’s Kai Franklin Chef's Table dinner.

Zero Waste 22 Mar 2024

Devonport CRC launches Zero Waste educational play space for kids

Where most adults see a pile of junk, children see a pile of potential.

Council news 21 Mar 2024

Te Whau Pathway: video gives sneak peek at construction project

The vision for Aucklanders to safely travel between the Waitematā and Manukau harbours on a continuous pathway for pedestrians and cyclists is taking shape.

Council news 14 Mar 2024

Vibrant events for Tāmaki Makaurau supported by Auckland Council

An exciting range of arts and sports events received funding through the Regional Events Fund grants programme.

Council news 12 Mar 2024

Caton Road Water Rescue

When Auckland Transport (AT) was contacted by a resident of Caton Road, Waitākere, who had news that a number of residents were about to run out of tank water, the team took immediate action.

Summer 5 Mar 2024

Don't let grey skies spoil your summer

Across our region, there's plenty going on to keep you busy whatever the weather.

Community 14 Feb 2024

Auckland Council support returns the Anchorage mate wareware (dementia) day care service to Tāmaki Basin

Older Aucklanders in Panmure, Glen Innes and Point England who are living with dementia now have a wonderful new mate wareware (dementia) day care centre closer to home.