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Environment 21 Feb 2017

Manukau and Howick residents get to bin the bags

Residents in the former Manukau City Council area will say goodbye to rubbish bags this year as Auckland Council introduces rubbish wheelie bins.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Passenger numbers show Ōtāhuhu Station’s success

The new Ōtāhuhu Station opened late last year and has already proved its worth, with the number of passengers boarding at Ōtāhuhu doubling in the first month of operation.

Community 6 Dec 2016

Auckland Council Community Star Award

The Prime Minister's Pacific Youth Awards were held last week. The awards recognise excellence and outstanding achievement by Pacific youth in New Zealand.

Transport 29 Nov 2016

Sharp increase in Aucklanders using Ōtāhuhu Station

The number of passengers boarding trains at Ōtāhuhu has almost doubled since the opening of the new station.

Educational 9 Nov 2016

How Auckland Council works: A very (very) simple guide

A very simple guide to how Auckland Council works.

7 Nov 2016

Local boards sworn in for new term

Auckland Council's 149 local board members have been officially sworn in to office at inauguration ceremonies this month.

Environment 4 Nov 2016

Auckland Council wins top prize at NZ River Awards

The Wai Care team accepted the ‘Most Improved’ award at last night’s NZ River Awards, for its work to improve water quality in the Puhinui Stream.

3 Nov 2016

Waitematā Local Board judicial recount result

Vernon Tava confirmed as Waitematā Local board member.

Events

13 Dec 2025 - 28 Mar 2026

Cardboard Play

Let your imagination run wild with giant cardboard creations and creative challenges.

19 Mar 2026

Guided Hīkoi with Te Ahiwaru Ōtuataua

Join Te Ahiwaru, with support from the community parks team, for a guided hikoi through the fasci...

21 Mar 2026

Stream Side Celebration

Join us to celebrate the completion of Wai-Akatea Raataa Vine Stream Reserve. This is a free, fam...

22 Mar 2026

NZHL XRACE

An adult and child team navigate a course, completing 10 mystery challenges

10 Feb 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Manukau Library

Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and...

03 Jun 2025 - 22 Dec 2026

Mandarin computer class at Manukau Library

Mandarin Computer Classes help people learn the basic skills on how to use computer, smart phone,...

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation Dancing Class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

28 Mar 2026

Free E-waste Drop-off Day - Ambury Park Riding Centre

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-through event.