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Nominate your Iconic Auckland Eat now
It’s time for food-loving Aucklanders to share the stories behind their favourite food experiences across the region by nominating a dish to be on the 2022 Iconic Auckland Eats list.
Voting opens – it’s time to choose Auckland’s next mayor
Voting is open and your vote counts. Look out for the purple envelope that is your ticket to choosing the mayor, councillors and local board members who will shape decisions for Auckland over the next three years.
It’s over and out from me
Phil Goff speaks to his six years as Mayor at the last meeting of the council’s Governing Body.
Pest Free Auckland
Getting around Tāmaki Makaurau is risky for our native birds. The good news is you and your whānau only need to do one simple thing to make your backyard a haven and not a hunting ground.
Auckland Council adopts 10-year plan to guide the management of our regional parks
Auckland Council’s PACE Committee has voted to approve the Regional Parks Management Plan to guide management of the regional parks network for the next decade.
Environment
New plants for Puhinui Reserve as Auckland Council increases tree canopy in Tāmaki Makaurau
Auckland Council has kicked off the recent $13.3 million funding for tree planting across the next decade with a commemorative planting day at Puhinui Reserve.
Applications sought for Auckland climate grants
From Monday 26 September, Auckland Council will be accepting applications from organisations and community groups in the Auckland region for the newly created Auckland Climate Grant programme.
How your targeted rates are making an impact
Progress update on the natural environment and water quality targeted rates.
Mayoral Conservation Awards recognise environmental champions
Inspiring the curious minds of tamariki in environmental endeavours.
Development
Growing Together
Like other thriving, successful cities around the world, Tāmaki Makaurau is growing. By 2048 Auckland’s population is expected to reach 2.7million. Learn more about what it all means for our city and how you can play a part.
People of Midtown
People of midtown: artist Graham Tipene
Graham Tipene’s artwork can be found across Tāmaki Makaurau.
Leafy laneway, the new southern gateway to Federal Street
The Mayoral Drive end of Federal Street is now a tree-lined, pedestrian-scale, community-focused shared space.
Auckland’s waterfront lands multiple awards
Waterfront projects have won five awards this year, across multiple disciplines, and have been shortlisted for a further six.
Parks and Playgrounds
Longstanding Karekare Surf Lifesaving Club celebrates their brand-new building
The recent opening of the new Karekare Surf Lifesaving Club was celebrated over the weekend.
Auckland Council adopts 10-year plan to guide the management of our regional parks
Auckland Council’s PACE Committee has voted to approve the Regional Parks Management Plan to guide management of the regional parks network for the next decade.
From international awards to improved accessibility – celebrating Pukekawa / Auckland Domain
A recent report to the Auckland Domain Committee celebrates Pukekawa / Auckland Domain’s successes over the last three years, revealing Auckland Council’s most significant outcomes achieved for the Domain.
Aucklanders asked for their feedback on amended Tāmaki Makaurau golf plan
Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events (PACE) Committee has voted for further public consultation on the amended Auckland Golf Investment Plan.
Transport News
TERP: Auckland’s drive to drive less
In just eight years’ time, transport systems across Auckland will look vastly different. Roads will be less congested, more residents will be biking, walking or using public transport, and our carbon emissions will no longer feature near the top of the OECD’s worst offender’s list.
The pathway to lower transport emissions in Auckland
An Auckland where we all have more choice in how we travel, and where we are collectively less vulnerable to global risks; is the vision outlined in the proposed Transport Emissions Reduction Pathway.
Industry teams invited to join Auckland Light Rail
Auckland Light Rail is a step closer towards enlisting its team for the detailed planning and design of a new light rail line from the City Centre to Māngere.
General News
An honour and a privilege
Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore reflects on his ‘wonderful’ council journey.
Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council Group's year-end results reflect successful financial prudence
Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council Group’s Annual Report 2021/2022 released today shows that despite the impacts of COVID-19 and economic challenges it faced, the group provided the services that Aucklanders expect and maintained financial resilience.
It’s over and out from me
Phil Goff speaks to his six years as Mayor at the last meeting of the council’s Governing Body.
A proud Scot, a passion for the environment, a protector of people and animals
Mayor Phil Goff acknowledges the contribution of Cr Cathy Casey to a life of public office.