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Environment 31 Jan 2017

Council takes back control of Motukorea/Browns Island

Auckland Council is taking back the administration and management of the island from the Department of Conservation after agreement with the government.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Drone image shows Half Moon Bay pier from unique angle

A photo taken by a drone shows construction underway on the new Half Moon Bay ferry pier.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Beach ambassador programme returns to Waiheke Island

Waiheke locals have been acting as beach ambassadors on the island’s most popular beaches this summer.

14-24 year olds 31 Jan 2017

Glenfield youth centre now open

A Kaipātiki Local Board initiative to create the first youth-focused facility in Glenfield is now a reality.

Walkways 31 Jan 2017

Gem of the month: Beachlands-Maraetai walkway

Highlights include the beautiful east coast beaches of Maraetai, Te Pene and Ōmana Esplanade Reserve.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Auckland Council to submit on East West Link

On 16 December 2016, the NZ Transport Agency lodged applications for the resource consents required for the East West Link project.

Cycling 31 Jan 2017

Growing greenways in Devonport-Takapuna

Late last year, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board approved funding for two local walking and cycling connections.

Environment 31 Jan 2017

Ngā kiwi o Kohukohunui – Returning kiwi to the Hunua Ranges

An intensive pest-control operation in the Hunua Ranges in 2015 has paid off, allowing kiwi to be reintroduced to the forest.

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