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Saddle up: 9 Auckland horse trails that make hooves happy
Across Tāmaki Makaurau, horse riders can explore rolling farmland, native bush, windswept beaches, and breathtaking coastal vistas.
Auckland celebrates an air quality ‘victory lap’
Auckland Council-led changes to street layouts - Queen St, Quay St, Victoria St and Karangahape Rd – have reduced NO₂ pollution.
Voting open for Roskill-Wesley storm recovery initiatives
Locals in Mt Roskill and Wesley are taking the next step in shaping their recovery from the 2023 storms, with voting now open for community-led projects to bring to life.
Northcote's new community hub awarded Green Star Design rating
Great news for Northcote!
Answering the call: Ahuroa's recovery story
Ahuroa has emerged from their storm recovery more connected and better prepared for future events.
Recovery
Voting open for Roskill-Wesley storm recovery initiatives
Locals in Mt Roskill and Wesley are taking the next step in shaping their recovery from the 2023 storms, with voting now open for community-led projects to bring to life.
Answering the call: Ahuroa's recovery story
Ahuroa has emerged from their storm recovery more connected and better prepared for future events.
Mount Roskill-Wesley’s recovery from the early 2023 storms
In early 2023 communities across Mt Roskill and Wesley (Ōwairaka) were impacted by flooding.
Future use of storm-affected land
What Auckland Council is doing with storm-affected land.
Council News
Northcote's new community hub awarded Green Star Design rating
Great news for Northcote!
Anzac Day 2026: honouring service, sacrifice and shared history
This year, Auckland Council and the Auckland Returned Services Association (RSA) invite communities across Tāmaki Makaurau to come together.
Cyclone Vaianu updates
Auckland has fared well over the past few days during Cyclone Vaianu, with all weather warnings that were in place for Auckland including Aotea Great Barrier Island, now expired.
New AI assistant for fast, easy problem reporting
Aucklanders can now use an AI-powered virtual assistant to safely report problems, including graffiti, roaming dogs and party noise.
Development News
Auckland celebrates an air quality ‘victory lap’
Auckland Council-led changes to street layouts - Queen St, Quay St, Victoria St and Karangahape Rd – have reduced NO₂ pollution.
Northcote's new community hub awarded Green Star Design rating
Great news for Northcote!
City Rail Link
Fuel disruption brings City Rail Link benefits into sharper focus
‘A more productive Auckland is not only more competitive in attracting people, skills, and investment; ultimately it’s a more liveable place for everyone’ – Gary Blick.
Get the facts on Auckland’s future housing plan
Worried about what you’ve heard about Plan Change 120? Here are the facts explaining what it does — and what it doesn’t do.
Our Environment
Auckland Air Quality 101: navigating the air of the isthmus
'Positioned between two harbours, the city exists in a state of constant dialogue with the sea' - Gustavo Olivares Pino
Kārearea chicks confirmed in the Hūnua Ranges
A rare raptor takes flight: kārearea fledglings in Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges.
Feathered freeloader turns island shed into a nursery
No rent, no rules: kiwi dad squats in Kawau shed.
The ultimate super-mum: Ruahine the kōkako defies age in the Hūnua Ranges
From brink to booming, still breeding at 21 - the kōkako matriarch tells the Hūnua comeback story.
Parks and Playgrounds
Key section of Te Whau Pathway open to Aucklanders
How would you like to walk or cycle alongside the Whau awa?
5 fantastic Auckland boardwalks to visit this winter
Auckland has many great walking trails designed to adapt to our rainy climate, with beautiful boardwalks that allow you to explore the outdoors while keeping your shoes dry.
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.
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.
Transport News
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.
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.”
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.
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
Waste services during Cyclone Vaianu
Key information available on rubbish collections which may be impacted by the upcoming cyclone.
$592,000 to support schools and communities to cut waste
More than 40 schools, community groups and businesses are sharing $592,000 through Auckland Council’s Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund.
Give your broken windows a new life
Aucklanders now have a sustainable way to keep broken and flat glass out of landfill.
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.