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Environment 6 Mar 2020

2-in-a-Ute pilot work programme hits the road

A new project is bringing training and employment to Aucklanders and training the next generation of tradies.

Community 5 Mar 2020

Businesses sought for Youth Employability Programme

Youth Employability is appealing for more businesses to support the next generation of workers with work experience programmes.

Waste 3 Mar 2020

Grants available for great zero-waste ideas

Up to $50,000 is available to businesses and community groups to support waste-reduction projects.

Beaches 27 Feb 2020

Download the 2020 Hauraki Gulf Marine Park poster

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park poster celebrates the diversity of life in Auckland’s big blue backyard.

Community 26 Feb 2020

Photography exhibition celebrates Women's Work

An exhibition celebrating the work of 21 women photographers will be on display at the Ellen Melville Centre in Freyberg Place from March 6 to 9.

Community 26 Feb 2020

Award recognises innovation of Auckland Cemeteries

Auckland Cemeteries has been recognised nationally for its innovative approach to natural burials.

Community 21 Feb 2020

Events in Auckland pick up the PACE!

The council's Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee allocates Regional Events Funding

Community 21 Feb 2020

Community Development Grants support Auckland’s thriving communities

Auckland Council's Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee allocates Regional Community Development Funding.

Environment 19 Feb 2020

Chick-chasing Gavin living the dream in his bachelor pad

It’s now a case of `birds of a feather flock together’ for Gavin the rooster who has found his forever home in Drury after being adopted from the Auckland Council Manukau Animal Shelter.

Community 14 Feb 2020

Calls to conserve water as dry summer bites

Watercare is asking residents to be mindful of their water use, particularly on hot days.

Arts 29 Jan 2020

$16m for beloved arts, education groups

A $16 million boost is being given to some of Auckland’s most well-loved arts, educational and rescue services.

Libraries 29 Jan 2020

Record numbers of budding book worms take part in summer reading programme

More than 13,000 Auckland children joined Kia Māia te Whai Dare to Explore this summer.

Community 29 Jan 2020

Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival to showcase Māori business

With huge musical talent and incredible storytelling taking the limelight in the lead up to Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival, it can be easy to miss what else makes up a unique festival experience.

Community 23 Jan 2020

Drop-in for advice about applying for the council’s advisory panels

Applications are still open for Auckland Council's demographic advisory boards.

Community 23 Jan 2020

Hogwart finds love online

With a face that only a mother could love, a pint-sized bachelor is off the market after picking up an online following.

Community 15 Jan 2020

Members sought for council advisory panels

Aucklanders from all walks of life are being encouraged to apply for Auckland Council’s six demographic advisory panels.