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Council urges Aucklanders to wear lifejackets while on the water over holiday period
Lifejackets save lives. It's that simple.
New rules for alcohol sales start today
Changes to the hours that alcohol can be sold at licensed shops take effect in Auckland from 9 December 2024.
Got a backyard pool? Make sure you know the rules…
As the weather heats up and Aucklanders turn to backyard pools to stay cool, the council is once again urging pool-owners to stay vigilant to keep our tamariki safe.
Keeping the community safe: On patrol with the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Pacific Wardens
The Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Pacific Wardens stand strong, looking out for trouble and helping their community.
Think of others and use fireworks safely this Guy Fawkes season
Here’s a reminder on the rules and tips, so you, your friends and whānau can enjoy fireworks safely.
Last call: Council adopts local alcohol policy for Auckland
It’s been almost a decade in the making - Auckland’s local alcohol policy will come into effect in two stages, taking full effect in December 2024.
Crime down in the city centre as new safety plan gets approval
A new plan for enhancing safety in the city centre has been endorsed by the Regulatory and Safety Committee.
Local alcohol policy due to go before council
Auckland Council will decide when the policy will come into effect at a future meeting of its governing body.
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.
Rubbish truck fires from lithium batteries on the rise
Nine recycling and rubbish trucks have caught fire in Auckland in the first three months of the year compared with 13 for the whole of last year.
City Centre Advisory Panel Update – Safety and Recovery
Safety in the central city and its post-Pandemic recovery were two key topics of discussion at the City Centre Advisory Panel meeting on Monday 11 September 2023.
Top tips for a safe Guy Fawkes season
You may enjoy letting off fireworks but they can be a cause for concern for others.
Auckland Council allocates the $2 million Local Crime Fund to local boards and Business Improvement Districts
Auckland Council’s Regulatory and Safety Committee has approved the allocation of the $2 million Local Crime Fund from central government to local boards and Business Improvement Districts (BID) across the region.
Police recognition for hard-working staffer
Auckland Council staffer recognised by Police for work to keep beach safe over summer.
Auckland Council appeals for public help after spate of thefts and vandalism
The council is asking Aucklanders to be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to the Police, following a spate of thefts and vandalism to public art pieces across the region.
Councillor Fa'anānā Efeso Collins: Homelessness is not anti-social behaviour
Cr Collins gives his opinion on homelessness in Auckland.
