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Flood resilience 5 Feb 2026

Overland flow path checks to begin in Warkworth and Snells Beach

Checks as part of ongoing work to manage flooding and protect homes.

Council news 5 Feb 2026

Understanding landslides: what you should know

Landslides impact homes, infrastructure, roads and services and the effects of climate change can exacerbate these risks over time.

Council news 4 Feb 2026

More notice, more clarity: how stormwater works are changing for property owners

New law brings clearer communication for stormwater and wastewater works

Council news 3 Feb 2026

Innovative underground stormwater project targets cleaner water for Hobson Bay

Digging deep beneath the city for cleaner beaches: major stormwater upgrade to improve water quality in Hobson Bay

Community 2 Feb 2026

Lagoon Edge reserve opening in Panmure

On Friday 30 January 2026, a karakia whakawātea (dawn blessing) was held to acknowledge the completion of the Lagoon Edge Reserve upgrade project in Panmure.

Recovery

Emergency Recovery 19 Dec 2025

Storm Recovery Navigation Services

Storm Recovery Navigators were were to help Aucklanders in their recovery from 2023 storms

Emergency Recovery 19 Dec 2025

Social and wellbeing support

Various social and wellbeing support is available to you, including free help with processing home insurance claims, temporary accommodation assistance and mental health support.

Emergency Recovery 18 Dec 2025

Healing through words and illustrations: Ko Roimata te Awa

Matua Ngaru School children have published a book which shares their stories, words and illustrations following the flooding of the Kumeū River.

Emergency Recovery 17 Dec 2025

After the Storms: The local leaders who held Auckland together

A seven-month leadership programme has supported 23 local storm recovery leaders to keep building on the work they began in 2023 when it mattered most.

Council News

Council news 5 Feb 2026

Understanding landslides: what you should know

Landslides impact homes, infrastructure, roads and services and the effects of climate change can exacerbate these risks over time.

Council news 4 Feb 2026

More notice, more clarity: how stormwater works are changing for property owners

New law brings clearer communication for stormwater and wastewater works

Council news 3 Feb 2026

Innovative underground stormwater project targets cleaner water for Hobson Bay

Digging deep beneath the city for cleaner beaches: major stormwater upgrade to improve water quality in Hobson Bay

Council news 2 Feb 2026

Apply now for Auckland’s new $1m Climate and Emergency Readiness Fund for community action

Backing Auckland communities with funding to build resilience.

Development News

City Centre Waterfront 29 Jan 2026

Auckland celebrates the City Rail Link’s first finished station neighbourhood

Take our ten-stop walking tour through the City Rail Link (CRL’s) first finished station neighbourhood.

Council news 19 Dec 2025

Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120

The panel will carefully consider every submission made on proposed Plan Change 120

Development 17 Dec 2025

Top 10 city centre wins in 2025

City centre milestones the Auckland Council group has delivered for Aucklanders. 

Housing 16 Dec 2025

Last call for feedback on Auckland’s future housing plan

Aucklanders have days left to submit on proposed Plan Change 120 to strengthen flood protections and meet legislation enabling homes near transport, jobs and services.

Our Environment

Council news 5 Feb 2026

Understanding landslides: what you should know

Landslides impact homes, infrastructure, roads and services and the effects of climate change can exacerbate these risks over time.

Council news 4 Feb 2026

More notice, more clarity: how stormwater works are changing for property owners

New law brings clearer communication for stormwater and wastewater works

Council news 2 Feb 2026

Apply now for Auckland’s new $1m Climate and Emergency Readiness Fund for community action

Backing Auckland communities with funding to build resilience.

Environment 28 Jan 2026

Tāmaki Taiao Alliance launches to supercharge nature regeneration across Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council backs region-wide nature regeneration through Tāmaki Taiao Alliance.

Parks and Playgrounds

Council news 23 Jan 2026

Vehicle access to Mahurangi Regional Park closed until further notice

Due to the impacts of extensive rainfall in our region this week, vehicle access to Mahurangi Regional Park is now closed until further notice.

Kids / Family 15 Dec 2025

Unmissable family-friendly fun in Tāmaki Makaurau this 2026

Tāmaki Makaurau is bursting with family-friendly activities year-round, offering something for every interest and budget.

Community 12 Dec 2025

8 top tips for a great outing outdoors

There’s nothing quite like a summer’s day in Tāmaki Makaurau – sun shining, tuis singing, pōhutukawa trees in full bloom.

Parks / Outdoors 1 Dec 2025

Go wild and make the most of camping this summer in Tāmaki Makaurau

Whether you prefer a more basic, back-to-nature tents-only campsite or a campervan/caravan experience, get ready for a unique and unforgettable escape with friends and whānau. 

Transport News

Transport 23 Oct 2025

Trial brings new phone charging benches to Auckland central bus stops

Auckland Transport (AT) has launched a trial of smart, solar powered benches at four busy city centre bus stops.  

City Centre Waterfront 21 Aug 2025

New midtown ‘green link’ edges closer, as next part of Victoria Street cycleway opens

“Construction fences around these midtown works are diminishing and the quality of design and careful staging of the renewal are visible.”

Transport 15 Jul 2025

Auckland Transport’s fareshare cuts costs and emissions

Auckland businesses are turning to a new public transport initiative to cut costs, reduce emissions, and attract talent.

Community 9 Jul 2025

St Heliers parking plan hits the spot

A new parking zone is being created for St Heliers Village to give people more time to enjoy the popular beachside retail and restaurant hub.

Waste Updates

Council news 20 Jan 2026

Have your say on proposed changes to Auckland’s waste rules

Have your say on proposed updates to Auckland Council’s Waste Bylaw. Public consultation is now open to Aucklanders.

Waste 13 Jan 2026

10 surprising things you can recycle at Auckland’s community recycling centres

Here are 10 surprising things you can recycle or reuse at your local CRC instead of sending them to landfill.

Council news 8 Jan 2026

Queensland fruit fly – Mt Roskill

On 7 January 2026, a single male Queensland fruit fly (Bactrocera tryoni) was found in a backyard surveillance trap in the suburb of Mt Roskill in Auckland.

Waste 16 Dec 2025

8 ways to a waste-less Christmas and a festive glow up

This Christmas, give your home and your celebrations a glow-up that’s good for the planet and your bank balance.