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Storm 22 Feb 2023

Isolated communities remain front of mind

While the weather has settled this week in Tāmaki Makaurau, the effects of Cyclone Gabrielle are still being felt, particularly in our isolated communities.

Storm 21 Feb 2023

Community Recycling Centres come to the fore

Auckland Council's Community Recycling Centres are coming to the fore helping residents of Tāmaki Makaurau after the recent flooding.

Storm 19 Feb 2023

Public urged to continue staying away from west coast beaches 

Auckland Emergency Management’s response to Cyclone Gabrielle continues to focus on isolated communities.

Storm 17 Feb 2023

Auckland Council facilities begin reopening

With the worst of the weather over, Auckland Council facilities are beginning to return to normal operating hours, but some facilities will still provide post-storm support required for some Aucklanders.

Storm 11 Feb 2023

Auckland Council preparing facilities ahead of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle

See which Auckland Council community facilities and venues will close in advance of Tropical Cyclone Gabrielle

Libraries 19 Dec 2022

International recognition of historically significant papers for Auckland collection

Auckland Council Libraries are delighted to have the Clendon Papers added to the UNESCO Memory of the World Register.

Libraries 13 Dec 2022

Get your summer reading sorted with Auckland Council Libraries

A favourite way to while away the warm summer afternoons is lazing about at the beach or a local park with a book in hand.

Environment 5 Dec 2022

Sustainable waste tips

Whether you’re headed to the beach or bach, or having the family round to your place, use these simple tips to avoid excess waste over the holidays.

9 Nov 2022

Five Auckland Council community venues perfect for special occasions

Auckland Council offers dozens of community venues which can be hired for parties, birthdays, weddings and other functions, all offering a range of family-friendly and state-of-the art facilities.

Auckland's Future In Progress 10 Oct 2022

Visibility of Māori expression in Auckland’s city centre makes measured steps forward

A commitment to ensure mana whenua see themselves more in our city centre’s urbanscape has been made by Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council

10 Oct 2022

Enjoy a day out with the Auckland Heritage Festival

A guide to the many family-friendly and free or low-cost events, activities, talks and workshops in the Auckland Heritage Festival.

Council news 30 Sep 2022

An honour and a privilege

Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore reflects on his ‘wonderful’ council journey.

Council news 30 Sep 2022

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council Group's year-end results reflect successful financial prudence

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council Group’s Annual Report 2021/2022 released today shows that despite the impacts of COVID-19 and economic challenges it faced, the group provided the services that Aucklanders expect and maintained fi...

Development 29 Sep 2022

Make a day of it in Auckland’s midtown

There’s so much to do within the midtown area that it can keep everyone occupied for a whole day.

Development 27 Sep 2022

Last chance for feedback on changes for more high-density housing

Submissions close this Thursday, 29th September on changes to the city’s planning rulebook allowing for more high-density housing.

Council news 23 Sep 2022

Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day in Tāmaki Makaurau

New Zealand will mark the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with a State Memorial Service and one-off public holiday Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day on Monday 26 September.