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Addressing homelessness calls for empathy before enforcement
When it comes to assisting rough sleepers into housing, taking the time to listen is the first step.
New chair for Eke Panuku board
David Kennedy takes up role of Eke Panuku board chair from 1 September 2024.
How we represent you: It’s time to have your say
Auckland Council’s initial proposal for a review on representation is now open for submissions.
Auckland Council endorses first flood resilience projects in Māngere and Muriwai
Auckland Council endorses first flood resilience projects in Māngere and Muriwai
Watercare Services Chair appointed
Auckland Council has appointed Geoff Hunt as chair of Watercare Services Limited.
New rental e-scooter license granted for outer suburbs
Auckland council has granted a new rental e-scooter licence for outer suburbs
New round of rental micromobility licences
Applications for the next round of rental e-scooter and rental bike licences will be accepted from July.
How we represent you: Auckland Council wants feedback
Auckland Council is preparing to seek feedback on the number of elected members Tāmaki Makaurau has, how they are elected, and where electoral boundaries lie, ahead of next year’s local body elections.
Achieving better environmental outcomes for the Manukau Harbour
Auckland Council’s Planning, Environment and Parks Committee recently adopted a high-level strategic direction to achieve better environmental outcomes for the Manukau Harbour and endorsed a forward work programme.
Long-term Plan adopted by councillors secures 10-year direction for Auckland
Auckland Council’s Long-term Plan 2024-2034 has been adopted by the Governing Body - geared at sustainably managing regional growth and providing the greatest benefit to Auckland’s many communities.
Restoring access to the Waitākere Ranges
For Auckland Council’s rangers in the Waitākere Ranges Regional Park team, the past year has been a busy one.
Huia 1 watermain ninety per cent complete
Watercare’s new Huia 1 watermain, stretching from Auckland’s western reservoirs in Titirangi to Newmarket, is on track to be in service by April next year.
Hihi return to Shakespear Regional Park
“There is high potential for this project to contribute to the overall conservation of hihi into the future so we are doing everything we can to get the setting right for success,.
Creative Community Scheme opens for applications
Emerging Auckland artists and creatives can now apply for Creative Communities Scheme (CCS) grants, delivered by Auckland Council in partnership with Creative New Zealand.
Te Kōwhai Nui (The Big Yellow) safeguards marine ecosystem during Te Whau Pathway construction
Leaving minimal impact on the environment is top of mind as Auckland Council builds a new pathway.
Beautification Trust has lengthy mahi recognised
The Manukau Beautification Charitable Trust has been acknowledged for 23 years of service to Tāmaki Makaurau as it moves away from operating as a controlled-organisation of Auckland Council.
