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Plans / Projects 21 Oct 2015

New homes on the way for Wynyard Quarter

On Thursday 15 October, Prime Minister John Key and Mayor Len Brown dug the sods for the first homes as part of the ongoing revitalisation of Wynyard Quarter on Auckland’s waterfront.

21 Oct 2015

Study informs decisions on port’s future  

The Port Future Study is due to be completed by the end of June 2016.

Transport 21 Oct 2015

Safer walking in the city centre

Pedestrian safety and access in the city centre has taken another step forward with the removal of three 'free left turns’ at intersections as part of the upgrade of Beach Road.

Cultural 21 Oct 2015

Nelson Street cycleway heralds sustainable transport future

The Nelson Street cycleway is set to become a must-see Auckland attraction for people to walk and cycle across when it opens later this year.

Environment 21 Oct 2015

Improving safety for Bryde's whales

Ports of Auckland’s efforts to make the shipping industry safer for the local Bryde’s whale population have had encouraging results.

Environment 21 Oct 2015

Engaged communities at the heart of Waiheke

World-renowned activist Jim Diers recently visited Waiheke Island.

14-24 year olds 21 Oct 2015

Council Cadets get to know Waitematā Local Board

Did you know that Auckland Council runs a cadet programme?

Film 21 Oct 2015

Bringing our heritage to life

Check out this amazing History Alive series to see how much Auckland has changed over the past 100 years!

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