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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. 

Emergency Recovery 18 Sep 2024

Step-by-step guide to a flood risk assessment

To help you understand what goes on during a flood risk assessment, we’ve broken the process down into the following nine steps.

Heritage 17 Sep 2024

8 outdoor artworks in Auckland that celebrate Women’s Suffrage

On Suffrage Day explore these artworks around the Auckland Region that recognise women’s efforts for equality.

Emergency Recovery 17 Sep 2024

Should you register for categorisation?

Property owners who were severely affected by last year’s storms in Auckland should register to get a risk category for their property.

Emergency Recovery 17 Sep 2024

Watercare works to reinstate flood-damaged Pukekohe Water Treatment Plant

Work underway to reinstate the flood-damaged treatment plant and reduce future flood risk.

Recovery

Emergency Recovery 18 Sep 2024

Step-by-step guide to a flood risk assessment

To help you understand what goes on during a flood risk assessment, we’ve broken the process down into the following nine steps.

Emergency Recovery 17 Sep 2024

Should you register for categorisation?

Property owners who were severely affected by last year’s storms in Auckland should register to get a risk category for their property.

Emergency Recovery 17 Sep 2024

Watercare works to reinstate flood-damaged Pukekohe Water Treatment Plant

Work underway to reinstate the flood-damaged treatment plant and reduce future flood risk.

Emergency Recovery 11 Sep 2024

Flooding and landslide support deadline weeks away

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

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.

Development 6 Sep 2024

Greening of Te Hā Noa begins as 11 native trees and 900 plants arrive in Victoria Street

Project steps closer to first-stage completion in late October.

City Rail Link 16 Sep 2024

The new and improved midtown is nearly here

The new and improved midtown is nearly here.

Council news 9 Aug 2024

Work has started on Auckland's new swimming pool at the Karanga Plaza Tidal Steps

Work has started on Auckland's new swimming pool at the Karanga Plaza Tidal Steps to provide space for people to safely enjoy the city centre waterfront.

Our Environment

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. 

Beaches 9 Sep 2024

Beginning the conversation today for our beaches of tomorrow

Auckland Council seeks public input on future coastal management in response to climate change.

Environment 4 Sep 2024

New native plant guide to help iwi, community nurseries prosper

The guide serves as a practical step-by-step reference for establishing and running a nursery for native plants.

Beaches 30 Aug 2024

Successful ‘lighting strike’ on invasive Caulerpa seaweed

A bright light is proving effective for killing Caulerpa seaweed, which is a rapidly spreading invasive seaweed in northeastern New Zealand.

Parks and Playgrounds

Central City Library 16 Sep 2024

Jump in the waka with 10 Auckland-wide council events for Te Wiki o Te Reo/Mahuru Māori

Auckland Council is supporting a raft of events and activations in celebration of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori and Mahuru Māori for Aucklanders to get onboard the waka and enjoy.  

Parks / Outdoors 9 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.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Sep 2024

Spring into action and book an affordable holiday escape in Tāmaki Makaurau

Consider your next weekend or mid-weed plans sorted! Book an affordable holiday escape in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Community 19 Aug 2024

Solar panels and batteries provide the missing link for Te Henga / Bethells Beach

The Matuku Reserve Trust in Te Henga / Bethells Beach was granted $32,000 to purchase batteries that can store power generated by solar panels at the Trust’s Sustainable Wetland Education Centre.

Transport News

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.

Transport 25 Jul 2024

Auckland Council endorses ten-year plan for transport

Auckland Council endorses ten-year plan for transport

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.