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Council news 5 Dec 2025

$53 million savings secured by council

By the end of the first financial quarter this year, Auckland Council has locked in 62 per cent of its $86 million annual savings target.

Council news 5 Dec 2025

Value for Money: council delivers more reviews

The first of a series of Value for Money reviews underway this term has been delivered by Auckland Council.

Media Release 26 Sep 2025

Record investment in Auckland infrastructure

Auckland Council delivered more roads, water services and community facilities than ever during 2024/2025 – with a record $3.9 billion invested across Auckland.

Finance 1 Sep 2025

Auckland Future Fund progress and performance

Following the announcement to appoint a global investment manager to the Auckland Future Fund, AFF Board Chair Chris Swasbrook gave an overview of the setup phase of the fund and its performance to date.

Council news 26 Aug 2025

Council delivers record $600 million in benefits for Aucklanders

“Investing ratepayers’ money wisely and effectively is top of mind," says Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson

Finance 25 Aug 2025

Auckland Future Fund appoints global investment manager

A new global investment manager has been appointed by The Auckland Future Fund (AFF) Board to manage $1.3 billion in funds.

Rates 22 Aug 2025

Support options available for paying rates

Auckland Council has a range of financial assistance available for paying rates.

Rates 15 Aug 2025

Council rates - here’s how it works

This year’s rates are based on updated property values, ensuring costs are shared fairly across 630,000 Auckland ratepayers. We answer some of the most common questions about how rates are set

Council news 14 Aug 2025

Information on valuation objections

The council is now progressing these objections through our valuation providers, Opteon and Quotable Value.

Council news 23 Jul 2025

Council continues to embed Better Value Projects

Auckland Council’s focus on delivering better value has progressed to further influence project management across the council group.

Climate action 15 Jul 2025

From finance to forest: Auckland’s new bond brings benefits for people and planet

Bonds that grow: Council’s tree-linked finance supports greener, stronger communities.

Council news 8 Jul 2025

Auckland Fintech Expo: 30 startups to showcase the latest innovations and trends in the financial technology sector

The Auckland Fintech Expo 2025 is set to ignite the future of finance with a dynamic half-day gathering of innovators, investors, and tech trailblazers.

Finance 2 Jul 2025

Auckland Council adopts its Annual Plan 2025-2026

Following public consultation in March, Auckland Council has confirmed its Annual Plan for 2025/2026.

Council news 20 May 2025

Council’s smart solutions to daily business

A long-term plan initiative for Auckland Council to do more with less, is reinventing how the council uses technology and purchases services, while also delivering better customer experiences.

Council news 20 May 2025

Auckland Council locks in $66m savings ahead of deadline

Auckland Council has met its full year’s savings target – securing its $66 million savings goal three months ahead of schedule.

Council news 20 May 2025

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.