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Clear support by Aucklanders for regional fuel tax
The regional fuel tax (RFT) has received majority support from Aucklanders according to a Colmar Brunton poll of just under 4000 people.
Electric buses to hit Auckland's streets
The two buses are a trial funded by the Government's Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) and Auckland Transport (AT).
Experts weigh in on environment targeted rates
At our Auckland Conversations event on the environment as part of the 10-year Budget and Auckland Plan 2050 consultation, we discussed the challenges facing our environment.
Mayor Phil Goff: Our thoughts are with the people of Tonga
Our thoughts are with the people of Tonga in the aftermath of Cyclone Gita, the worst storm to hit the country in 60 years.
Mayor announces more resources to tackle illegal dumping
Significant new resources announced to tackle illegal dumping in Auckland.
A sustainable Auckland on mayor's agenda
Beach pollution and the king tide and storm surge in January are reminders of the challenges we need to confront
Briefing to incoming government
We've provided the new government with an overview on major issues and opportunities facing Auckland.
Auckland Council agrees on 10-year budget consultation topics
Auckland Council today approved the topics for consultation for its forthcoming 10-year budget, including a potential regional fuel tax, options to fund environmental protection and potential rates levels for the forthcoming 10 years.
Mayor's $11 billion budget proposal
Spend on housing, transport and environment key priorities for Mayor Phil.
Mayors call for levy on single-use plastic bags
The mayors of Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin have jointly launched an open letter to other mayors around the country to join the call on central government to institute a national levy on single use plastic bags.
Mayor commits to a greener Auckland
Mayor Phil Goff attended a Together4Climate event in Paris alongside 11 mayors from major cities.
Mayor ready to get to work on light rail
Mayor Phil Goff welcomes the fuel tax and is ready to get to work on light rail in Auckland.
New directors appointed to ATEED and Watercare
Evan Davies and Glenys Coughlan have been appointed to the board of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development and former Cabinet Minister Annette King has been appointed to the board of Watercare Services Limited.
Council’s strong credit ratings reaffirmed
Both Standard & Poor’s and Moody’s have reaffirmed the council’s credit ratings as AA and Aa2 respectively on a “stable” outlook.
Seniors Advisory Panel calls for engagement
Did you know that Auckland Council has a Seniors Advisory Panel who advocates for older people in our region?
Significant investment and solid financial performance
Auckland Council’s Group 2016/2017 Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2017 has been formally adopted by the council’s governing body.
