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Plans / Projects 22 Mar 2017

Double-deckers hit the road in Kaipātiki

In response to surging public transport demand, Auckland Transport has increased peak time bus services in several areas, including Kaipātiki.

Transport 22 Mar 2017

CRL project given another top sustainability rating

Auckland’s City Rail Link (CRL) project was last night awarded a Leading Infrastructure Sustainability (IS) Design rating by the Infrastructure Sustainability Council of Australia (ISCA), the highest possible achievement in the IS scheme.

Playgrounds 21 Mar 2017

Back to the future at Milford Reserve Playground

A new playground soon to be built at Milford Reserve may bring back memories for some residents of Milford and Castor Bay.

Environment 21 Mar 2017

Three Kings demolition recycles building materials

The restoration of the historic Mt Roskill Borough Council Building in Three Kings is benefiting the community by identifying and retaining recyclable materials that would otherwise go to waste.

Transport 21 Mar 2017

Hibiscus Coast Busway Station construction begins

Auckland Transport has begun construction of the new Hibiscus Coast Busway Station.

Environment 21 Mar 2017

Help keep Hunua Ranges safe for newest residents

Six kiwi from the Coromandel will make the Hunua Ranges their new home from 31 March.

Walkways 16 Mar 2017

Drone footage reveals flooding damage in New Lynn

A drone was sent in to inspect after a New Lynn culvert collapsed after heavy rainfall on Sunday.

Community 14 Mar 2017

Solar robot race launches energy efficiency project in Papakura

The Energy Efficient Communities Project, a partnership between Entrust, Auckland Council and Vector, will deliver free hot water heat control units, up to 15,000 LED lightbulbs, and energy advice to homeowners in Papakura and Takanini.

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