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Council news 19 Feb 2024

Latest funding round for Sport and Recreation Regional Programme Grant opens

Community groups, including not-for-profit, charitable and voluntary organisations are encouraged to apply for the grant.

Council news 16 Feb 2024

Looking into Auckland Council’s representation

Are your views well represented in decision-making at Auckland Council? 

Council news 9 Feb 2024

Removing under-used rubbish bins saves Aucklanders millions

Aucklanders may have noticed the removal of some public rubbish bins from parks and public places. So, what’s this all about?

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 1 Feb 2024

Changes to tsunami evacuation maps for Auckland

New modelling shows the area of Tāmaki Makaurau at risk from damaging tsunami waves is less than previously expected.

Council news 31 Jan 2024

Latest funding round for Sport and Recreation Facilities Operating Grant opening soon

Sports organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau who need a financial helping hand can soon apply for a share of $3.2 million funding.

Council news 30 Jan 2024

Plan your journey to Wynyard Quarter this summer

Heading to Wynyard Quarter this summer? Plan your journey in advance to make sure you get the most out of your waterfront experience. 

Council news 26 Jan 2024

Watercare reports steady progress in first year of flood recovery

Approaching the one-year mark since the devastating Anniversary Weekend floods that struck Tāmaki Makaurau, Watercare acknowledges the ongoing recovery efforts to restore the city's damaged infrastructure.

Council news 23 Jan 2024

Vector Lights announce two new shows to start 2024

Vector Lights, a ten-year smart energy partnership between Vector, Auckland Council and Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency, is set to dazzle Aucklanders and visitors with two captivating new light shows on the Auckland Harbour Bridge for 2024.

Council news 23 Jan 2024

Protect your whānau from flooding

Are you and your whānau prepared for flooding? Auckland Council’s Be Prepared campaign launches this week.

Council news 15 Jan 2024

Vehicles breach temporary Muriwai Beach closure

A Muriwai Beach access gate has been opened and heavy concrete barricades moved in a blatant breach of Auckland Council’s temporary beach closure to vehicles this summer.

Environment 11 Jan 2024

Watercare helps improve stormwater quality at Takapuna Beach

Good news for those planning to visit Takapuna Beach this summer! Latest water sampling shows that the recent work done by Watercare along the foreshore continues to improve the quality of the stormwater that flows into Takapuna Beach.

Council news 11 Jan 2024

Bronze sculpture targeted at Auckland Botanic Gardens

A $50,000 bronze sculpture has been vandalised and multiple pieces stolen from the Auckland Botanic Gardens, in the latest attack on public assets at the Manurewa grounds.

Council news 9 Jan 2024

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.

Council news 20 Dec 2023

Auckland Transport Chair appointed

Richard Leggat will take up the role of AT board Chair from 1 February 2024

Council news 19 Dec 2023

Helensville Library services update

Helensville Library staff are receiving praise for stepping up in challenging circumstances.

Council news 18 Dec 2023

How to camp like a champ this summer

From rules for freedom campers to the best spots for day-trippers, here’s what you need to know before you go.