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Council news 29 Mar 2023

Annual Budget 2023/2024 receives record breaking number of online submissions

Auckland Council’s Annual Budget 2023/2024 consultation has closed with a total of 28,850 online submissions.

Waste 31 Mar 2023

Auckland Council set to begin one of the largest food scraps collections roll-outs in Australasia

Auckland Council’s food scraps collection service, one of the largest of its kind in Australasia, is about to roll out to about 500,000 households over the coming months, starting with Waitākere residents, who are scheduled to have bins delivered in the first week of April.

Development 27 Mar 2023

Construction process for Te Hā Noa set to begin on 11 April

Te Hā Noa, a renewed Victoria Street, is the next big project in Auckland Council’s Midtown Regeneration programme.

16 Mar 2023

10 outdoor activities to make the most of your local green space

Whether it's mindful meditation or fun family games, here are some great outdoor activities to try at your local park.

Development News

Development 28 Mar 2023

North Wharf site in Wynyard Quarter to go to market

Over the last decade, Wynyard Quarter has continued to develop into the welcoming neighbourhood you see today, but it’s not finished yet. The coming decade will continue to see the plan for rest of the precinct come to life.

Development 27 Mar 2023

Construction process for Te Hā Noa set to begin on 11 April

Te Hā Noa, a renewed Victoria Street, is the next big project in Auckland Council’s Midtown Regeneration programme.

Auckland's Future In Progress 16 Mar 2023

Shining neon light on the regeneration of midtown

Auckland Council’s city centre programmes team will soon announce the next stage of the Midtown Regeneration programme, a series of projects preparing local streets and public spaces.

City Centre Waterfront 22 Feb 2023

Juggling, hula hoops, frisbee games and water play come to Myers Park 

Midtown residents and visitors have heaps of great activities to enjoy on their doorstep throughout the summer months.

Our Environment

Conservation 27 Mar 2023

Autumn health check for Hunua Ranges kauri begins

Hunua Ranges ready for a health check in the hope it will confirm the forest is still free of the deadly kauri dieback disease

Cleaning up our environment 27 Mar 2023

Students tackling climate change

A group of Auckland schools are coming up with strategies to help tackle climate change, reduce carbon emissions, and create a more sustainable future for New Zealand.

Environment 14 Mar 2023

Aucklanders reminded to keep waterways on private property maintained

More than 80 per cent of the waterways in Auckland flow through private property and must be maintained by the landowner.

Environment 13 Mar 2023

New rukenga kai (food scraps) collection about to roll out in Auckland

Auckland Council’s food scraps collection service – rukenga kai, which translates to food cast onward - is about to begin with Waitakere residents scheduled to have bins delivered in the first week of April.

Parks and Playgrounds

Parks / Outdoors 1 Apr 2023

Select areas in west coast regional parks to open on 1 April

As we move to recovery, select areas within Te Rau Pūriri Regional Park and parts of the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park will be re-opening on Saturday 1 April.

Community 30 Mar 2023

Holiday break fun with Auckland Council

If you’re wondering what to do to keep the family busy and entertained, we’ve got you covered. Auckland Council has a raft of holidays activities catering to a range of ages.

Parks / Outdoors 29 Mar 2023

Four stunning sunset spots in Auckland

With its beaches, maunga and grassy reserves, you’re spoilt for choice with spots in Tāmaki Makaurau where you can turn to the west and enjoy a magical sky on a fine evening.

14-24 year olds 27 Mar 2023

Botanic Gardens become a classroom

Hundreds of children have taken part in Eye on Nature learning sessions.

Transport News

Transport 15 Mar 2023

Public Transport fares rise for first time in two years

Public transport fares in Auckland will rise by around 6.5 per cent from 2 April 2023. The fare increase, which is the first in two years, will add no more than 20 cents per journey while half price fares remain in place.

Community 24 Feb 2023

Traffic moves make people feel safer

Manurewa residents report feeling safer since speed calming measures slowed neighbourhood traffic.

Transport 23 Dec 2022

Can I ride on the footpath? A guide to using Auckland’s paths, cycleways and bus lanes

Auckland has a growing network of cycleways, shared paths, and bus lanes that mix in with our existing roads and footpaths. With so many different types of road users using the same space, there is a real need for everyone to be considerate, slow down, and use common sense out there.

Transport 8 Dec 2022

Small pets now boarding on buses

Travelling on a bus? All of AT’s bus services are welcoming small pets in a suitable pet carrier from December 26 this year.

Waste Updates

Waste 31 Mar 2023

Auckland Council set to begin one of the largest food scraps collections roll-outs in Australasia

Auckland Council’s food scraps collection service, one of the largest of its kind in Australasia, is about to roll out to about 500,000 households over the coming months, starting with Waitākere residents, who are scheduled to have bins delivered in the first week of April.

Environment 13 Mar 2023

New rukenga kai (food scraps) collection about to roll out in Auckland

Auckland Council’s food scraps collection service – rukenga kai, which translates to food cast onward - is about to begin with Waitakere residents scheduled to have bins delivered in the first week of April.

Waste 8 Mar 2023

Free disposal of flood related waste ends next week

Free drop off for flood-related waste at Auckland’s participating waste facilities and free kerbside collections of flood-damaged household items finishes on Tuesday 14 March.

Storm 12 Feb 2023

Kerbside collections cancelled Monday and Tuesday

Based on the latest weather update, kerbside rubbish, recycling and food scrap collections have been cancelled for Monday and Tuesday