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Council news 16 Jun 2026

How Auckland Council’s deconstruction approach is building a circular future

A new deconstruction approach is helping keep viable homes and materials in use, create local jobs, and support Māori and Pasifika owned enterprises. 

Māori outcomes 12 Jun 2026

New forum brings mana whenua, Auckland Council, DOC together for Waitākere Ranges

The first meeting of the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum has launched discussions on the future care of the Waitākere Ranges.

Council news 11 Jun 2026

Taking responsibility now avoids passing costs to future generations.

Being financially responsible now, means we won’t pass the problem on to future generations.

Council news 10 Jun 2026

Critical upgrade to boost water supply for Auckland’s inner west communities 

Watercare has completed a major new connection into the Mt Albert reservoir, boosting water security and network resilience for Mt Albert, Ōwairaka and Wesley while increasing capacity to support growth across Auckland’s inner west. 

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 10 Jun 2026

Nationwide Emergency Mobile Alert test taking place Sunday 14 June

Your mobile phone will receive an Emergency Mobile Alert (EMA) this Sunday, but don’t be alarmed – it’s a test.

Council news 10 Jun 2026

Auckland Council focuses on strengthening partnerships with mana whenua 

Auckland Council’s relationships with mana whenua and Māori communities have been the focus of a Tāmaki Ora report on Iwi Ora, recently presented to the Community Committee.

Council news 5 Jun 2026

Auckland Council welcomes the government’s $10M boost into predator-free projects

Auckland’s native wildlife and ecosystems will benefit from a $10 million investment from central government, helping speed up conservation work already underway across the region.

Environment 5 Jun 2026

Auckland once again recognised as a Tree City of the World

Trees are an important part of the identity of Tāmaki Makaurau and its natural heritage.

Council news 5 Jun 2026

Partnership for a nature-positive Auckland endorsed by Auckland Council’s Governing Body

Auckland is taking a big step towards restoring its natural environment, with a new partnership programme designed to make Tāmaki Makaurau a world-leading “nature-positive” city.

Finance 2 Jun 2026

Annual Plan: what’s happening with rates?

The council’s proposed Annual Plan 2026/2027 is out now for all Aucklanders’ have their say on.

Māori outcomes 29 May 2026

New Forum begins long-term collaboration for Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area

The newly established Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum will hold its first public meeting on Monday 8 June 2026, marking the beginning of a new phase for the long-term care and protection of Te Wao Nui ā Tiriwa - the Waitākere Ranges.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 29 May 2026

Auckland’s emergency response space ‘stronger together’ after successful AEM-led preparedness forum

Participants had the opportunity to kōrero and share knowledge, and hear from other emergency sector experts.

Council news 29 May 2026

Levelling up: GridAKL drives Auckland’s gaming industry forward

Auckland Council’s innovation hub, GridAKL, puts the spotlight on the future of gaming with the return of its popular Indie Games Showcase.

Council news 29 May 2026

Community groups get funding boost across Tāmaki Makaurau

From climate resilience to kapa haka, Auckland Council is helping community groups thrive.

Council news 28 May 2026

Auckland Council announces new Transport and Infrastructure Director

Highly experienced transport and infrastructure expert Steve Mutton has been appointed as Auckland Council’s new Transport and Infrastructure Director.

Playgrounds 26 May 2026

Top awards for two Auckland Council parks

"These parks are powerful examples of what great partnerships and thoughtful design can deliver for our communities.”