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Parks / Outdoors 11 Oct 2024

Get amongst the fun in Auckland’s city centre, for Play Week 2024

Play Week reminds us that the possibility to play is everywhere, and we’re never too old to play!

Council news 11 Oct 2024

Auckland Council appoints Watercare board chair

The council’s Performance and Appointments Committee today appointed Geoff Hunt to be the chair of the Watercare Board with effect from 12 October 2024.

Elections 10 Oct 2024

Anyone’s game in Auckland’s contest for 170 positions

There’s now one year to go until Aucklanders decide on the leaders who will take on the big opportunities heading our way.

Emergency Recovery 10 Oct 2024

Muriwai stormwater renewals update: 30 October community meeting

An update on the proposed stormwater renewals on Domain Crescent and Motutara Road.

Council news 10 Oct 2024

New timeline for property revaluation

Auckland Council is in the process of delivering its three-yearly property revaluations, ahead of the 2025/2026 rating year.

Recovery

Emergency Recovery 10 Oct 2024

Muriwai stormwater renewals update: 30 October community meeting

An update on the proposed stormwater renewals on Domain Crescent and Motutara Road.

Emergency Recovery 8 Oct 2024

Community to drive recovery plans

Auckland Council has begun facilitating community-led recovery planning.

Emergency Recovery 4 Oct 2024

A ‘deep dive’ into Category 2P

Your Category 2P questions answered.

Emergency Recovery 26 Sep 2024

Flooding and landslide support deadline: 30 September 2024

Time is running out for storm-affected Auckland homeowners to register to find out about any future risk to life at their home, and if they qualify for construction funding or a council buy-out.

Development News

Development 3 Oct 2024

Art Week brings brush strokes of the unexpected from 4 to 13 October

A ten-day diary of must-see happenings in Auckland’s city centre.

Development 24 Sep 2024

Te Ara I Whiti - The Lightpath glows with kindness this Art Week

In an algorithm-meets-art collaboration, artist Shannon Novak and iion have programmed Te Ara I Whiti - The Lightpath to deliver happiness for Art Week.

City Rail Link 16 Sep 2024

The new and improved midtown is nearly here

The new and improved midtown is nearly here.

City Centre Waterfront 13 Sep 2024

City centre turns a new page for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori and Mahuru Māori

Celebrate Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori and Mahuru Māori in Auckland’s city centre.

Our Environment

Council news 3 Oct 2024

Working together to protect Auckland’s natural environment

Aucklanders will soon be asked for their feedback on Auckland Council’s ‘Let’s protect our environment’ consultation.

Council news 25 Sep 2024

Auckland on track to meet critical water targets

According to the annual progress report for the Auckland Water Strategy, Tāmaki Makaurau is on track to meet its targets to reduce water consumption and the water supply target for recycled water capacity.

Environment 20 Sep 2024

Hapū-led partnership launched to protect globally significant ecosystems and endangered species of the Kaipara

Poipoia Te Kākano means working together to protect the ecosystems home to the endangered indigenous species under threat from introduced pest animals.

Council news 18 Sep 2024

Ancient Muriwai lava megapillows gain global recognition

Unique formations of megapillow lava flows at Muriwai, that are millions of years old, are now listed among the world’s most significant geological sites by the International Union of Geological Sciences. 

Parks and Playgrounds

Parks / Outdoors 11 Oct 2024

Get amongst the fun in Auckland’s city centre, for Play Week 2024

Play Week reminds us that the possibility to play is everywhere, and we’re never too old to play!

Parks / Outdoors 2 Oct 2024

Flight of the kuaka: Long-distance birds flock to our shores

Flying more than 11,000km non-stop from Alaska to Auckland – it’s no wonder kuaka (bar-tailed godwits) are keen for a snack and some peace and quiet on their arrival in Aotearoa.

Sports / Leisure 25 Sep 2024

Spring into action this season with these budget-friendly exercise ideas

Stay active in spring with these budget-friendly ideas.

Parks / Outdoors 25 Sep 2024

5 of the best ways to enjoy spring in Auckland

Tāmaki Makaurau is one of the first parts of Aotearoa to enjoy spring.

Transport News

Transport 23 Sep 2024

Two operators selected for new e-scooter licences in Auckland

Auckland Council has selected two providers to receive new rental micromobility licences in Auckland.  

Transport 5 Sep 2024

Walking School Bus awards mark 25-year recognition of selfless volunteers

The Waka Waewae or Walking School Bus has become a community institution led by thousands over the past 25 years.

Emergency Recovery 26 Aug 2024

Slip repairs crucial to Penlink construction access

AT is repairing Duck Creek Road, which is also the only road connection to Stillwater.

Transport 2 Aug 2024

Eastern Busway taking shape

Construction on the Eastern Busway is well underway.

Waste Updates

Waste 2 Sep 2024

Free tyre recycling now offered at Waitākere transfer station

Aucklanders can now dispose of their old tyres for free, thanks to a new national product stewardship scheme called Tyrewise.

Zero Waste 22 Aug 2024

Artist turns trash into sci-fi treasure in a Community Recycling Centre

Some artists might choose a scenic landscape or the human body as the subjects of their craft, but Sean Boyd of Octalien finds inspiration from junk.

Zero Waste 18 Jul 2024

Repair Café established with help from grant and volunteers

A weekly repair café in central Auckland that gives broken items a new lease of life is being piloted with the help of a $32,800 grant from Auckland Council’s Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund.

Zero Waste 9 Jul 2024

Calling all sustainability champions in Tāmaki Makaurau

Aucklanders are encouraged to nominate an outstanding individual or organisation in their community working towards zero waste.