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Annual Budget consultation - waste in Papakura and south Auckland

Auckland Council is proposing a regionwide rates-funded rubbish collection service. For Papakura, this would mean a change from a ‘pay as you throw’ bin tag system to a rates-funded service in 2024.

Going pest free in Rodney West

Going predator free in the Kaipara has been given a boost following a Rodney Local Board decision to appoint a Rodney West co-ordinator last year.

New Warkworth Transport Hub taking shape

Construction of a new park and ride in Warkworth is leaping ahead with the installation of a long line of piles for the interior walkway and a clear outline of the area visible by emerging kerb and channel works.

Eastern Busway update - AT approves key section

Auckland Transport has approved the proposed busway design between Pakuranga Town Centre and Ti Rakau Bridge including the Reeves Road Flyover.

Pukekohe parks in line for upgrades

Eke Panuku is gearing up to upgrade Roulston Park and the Pukekohe Skate Park next to it and wants community feedback on what form any improvements should take.

Improved evening bus services in Waitematā if proposed Climate Action Package goes ahead

Improved bus services, low-emissions ferries and safer cycling for North Shore in proposed Climate Action Package

Councillor encourages local input in Annual Budget decision-making

Howick Ward Councillor Sharon Stewart is urging people to provide feedback on Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Budget that sets spending priorities for 2022-2023.