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Parks / Outdoors 6 Dec 2024

Four lesser-known Auckland parks to explore

With more than 4000 parks in Auckland, there are outdoor areas in every corner of the region ready to be explored.

Beaches 6 Dec 2024

Safeswim helps you make the most of Auckland’s beaches

Summer is finally here, and Auckland Council is reminding Aucklanders to decide with Safeswim, when planning to hit the region’s beaches and freshwater swimming spots.

City Centre Waterfront 6 Dec 2024

Georgia Lines brings her mellow sound to famous venue

The enchanting vocals of Georgia Lines will headline the third of 18 free concerts in this summer’s Music in Parks series.

Transport 6 Dec 2024

Boosting efficiency on Dominion Road

Dominion Road, one of Auckland Central’s busiest routes, carries over 25,000 vehicles daily while also serving as a critical corridor for public transport

Conservation 6 Dec 2024

Urgent action needed to save kākahi population in Lake Rototoa

Drastic decline of kākahi signals trouble for the native species.

Recovery

Emergency Recovery 6 Dec 2024

Recovery timelines for property owners

There is a significant effort underway to help Tāmaki Makaurau recover from devastating and severe weather events in early 2023.

Emergency Recovery 6 Dec 2024

Auckland Council provides LIM transparency for property categorisation

To ensure transparency, Auckland Council will be disclosing Category 2 and Category 3 properties on LIMs for storm damaged properties.

Emergency Recovery 5 Dec 2024

A third of storm-damaged homes being relocated

Relocating homes is the preferred option to reduce waste to landfill.

Emergency Recovery 5 Dec 2024

Categorisation update – 5 December 2024

Welcome to our fortnightly update on recovery categorisation, buy-out and assessment progress.

Development News

Development 1 Nov 2024

First section of redesigned Victoria Street opens with fresh feel and function

The first section of a redesigned Victoria Street - from Elliott Street to Queen Street - has opened to the public.

City Centre Waterfront 6 Dec 2024

Georgia Lines brings her mellow sound to famous venue

The enchanting vocals of Georgia Lines will headline the third of 18 free concerts in this summer’s Music in Parks series.

Summer 5 Dec 2024

Summer in the city centre

We invite you to reset your summer with a stroll through our city centre. Make a day of it and discover what’s new since you were here last.

Council news 5 Dec 2024

Have your say: 30-year plan to share the cost of growth

Have your say on the council’s proposed Contributions Policy until 15 November 2024.

Our Environment

Conservation 6 Dec 2024

Urgent action needed to save kākahi population in Lake Rototoa

Drastic decline of kākahi signals trouble for the native species.

Council news 2 Dec 2024

Prohibited fire season for islands of the Hauraki Gulf from today

Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 2 December 2024.

Conservation 27 Nov 2024

The curious native orchids of Waikumete Cemetery

Cemeteries are generally thought of as solemn resting places, but at Waikumete Cemetery in west Auckland, between the headstones is a thriving world of beautiful native orchids.

Council news 25 Nov 2024

Protecting Lake Tomarata for future generations

The ‘Let’s Protect Our Environment’ consultation, we are seeking your feedback on what the right balance is for biodiversity protection and recreation at Lake Tomarata.

Parks and Playgrounds

Parks / Outdoors 6 Dec 2024

Four lesser-known Auckland parks to explore

With more than 4000 parks in Auckland, there are outdoor areas in every corner of the region ready to be explored.

Parks / Outdoors 5 Dec 2024

Barbecue hot spots for outdoor celebrations in Auckland

Tāmaki Makaurau is packed with perfect picnic locations and sizzling barbecue spots – whether you’re enjoying a long summer lunch, an outdoor dinner or beachside breakfast.

Parks / Outdoors 4 Dec 2024

Explore these epic filming locations in Auckland

Auckland is a go-to filming location for many top directors.

Parks / Outdoors 29 Nov 2024

Auckland Council announces ‘Music and Movies in Parks’

‘Music and Movies in Parks’ announcement– A free summer celebration of tunes, blockbusters and sunshine!

Transport News

Transport 6 Dec 2024

Boosting efficiency on Dominion Road

Dominion Road, one of Auckland Central’s busiest routes, carries over 25,000 vehicles daily while also serving as a critical corridor for public transport

Transport 26 Nov 2024

How smart tech can clear traffic

Fanshawe Street is now a model of efficiency thanks to smart technology.

Transport 26 Nov 2024

Easing heavy traffic on Te Atatū Road

In West Auckland, Te Atatū Road has seen a 20% increase in morning traffic volumes this past year.

Emergency Recovery 26 Nov 2024

Herald Island community gets involved in Twin Wharf access rebuild

The road to Twin Wharf is now open after six months reconstruction following slips during last year’s storms.

Waste Updates

Zero Waste 3 Dec 2024

8 ways to a waste-less Christmas

This Christmas, save money and reduce stress by cutting out waste.

Waste 2 Dec 2024

Tips for a Zero Waste Festive Season

Celebrate a waste-free festive season this summer with these top tips to protect the environment and keep Auckland beautiful.

Waste 19 Nov 2024

Over 10,000 tonnes recycled at Waiuku Community Recycling Centre’s 10-year mark

This month, Auckland’s first official Community Recycling Centre (CRC), Zero Waste Waiuku is celebrating 10 years of operation.

Environment 18 Nov 2024

Auckland diverts over 30,000 tonnes of food scraps from landfill

More than 30,000 tonnes of food scraps contributed by Aucklanders since the food scraps collections began in April last year have been used to produce renewable energy and fertiliser.