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Small ideas, big impact: How simple digital tools help Auckland’s factories thrive
Auckland’s manufacturing firms keep thousands of people in work and contribute billions to the economy.
Experts pinpoint 14 ways CRL will bring value for Aucklanders
‘Improved connectivity between people and jobs enabled by CRL will drive urban productivity.’ – Gary Blick.
Explore new Karanga-a-Hape Station precinct
The upgrade of station neighbourhoods, the CRL itself and its new timetable will improve how the city moves, grows and competes.
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CRL to lift tourism and major events in Auckland
‘The events we supported in Auckland in the last financial year delivered more than $89 million in GDP – they are crucial for our success as a region and as a country’ - Tātaki Auckland Unlimited.
Northcote’s new community hub gets underway
Northcote is rapidly transforming.
Auckland celebrates the City Rail Link’s first finished station neighbourhood
Take our ten-stop walking tour through the City Rail Link (CRL’s) first finished station neighbourhood.
Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120
The panel will carefully consider every submission made on proposed Plan Change 120
Top 10 city centre wins in 2025
City centre milestones the Auckland Council group has delivered for Aucklanders.
Last call for feedback on Auckland’s future housing plan
Aucklanders have days left to submit on proposed Plan Change 120 to strengthen flood protections and meet legislation enabling homes near transport, jobs and services.
Inside the consent process that cleared the path for New Zealand’s first IKEA
From economics to mana whenua engagement – how cross team expertise underpinned one of Auckland’s most significant retail consents.
Queen Street becomes a magical pathway of festive light
Kids can phone an elf, shine selfie pics on the sun, make a seagull squawk, witness Santa’s workshop and more. Don’t miss 2025’s new promenade of festive fun.
Giant advent calendars, markets, music and more sparkle in the city centre
In a first for New Zealand if not the world, five giant neon columns shine in a magical festive pathway along Queen Street.
Skylid has landed
The plaza, with its central Skylid feature, is expected to become a favourite lunch-spot and place to pause.
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.
Te Ara I Whiti celebrates 10 years as art, transport and infrastructure triumph
Te Ara I Whiti – The Lightpath celebrates its tenth anniversary on 3 December 2025.
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‘A rising tide lifts all boats’ - CRL set to lift the region
The CRL will improve transport connections to all of Auckland’s town centres.
