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Council news 14 Nov 2024

Returning the Te Wero Wynyard Crossing Bridge to service

The Te Wero Wynyard Crossing Bridge has been closed since March 2024 to undergo a significant programme of preventative maintenance works.

Development 11 Nov 2024

Exciting new festive tradition for Auckland

Te Komititanga will host the spectacular debut of a magical new Christmas tree this festive season.

City Centre Waterfront 8 Nov 2024

Bluey set to steal hearts this Farmers Santa Parade, supported by the city centre’s newest 'elves'

Two symbolic characters at the centre of Auckland’s historic Farmers Santa Parade are turning out for the 91st time.

Development 7 Nov 2024

Report: Learn how the city centre targeted rate drives its renewal, economy and culture

Annual report showcases the vital role the city centre targeted rate plays in promoting the vibrancy and prosperity of Auckland's heart.

Zero Waste 4 Nov 2024

Popular flea market returns to city centre

The city centre’s first regular ReUse Market in 40 years is attracting people from all over Auckland as buyers and sellers.

Development 14 Oct 2024

Rangoli patterns, monkeys, tigers and birds light up the Town Hall

BNZ Auckland Diwali Festival brings exciting new celebrations to the city centre from 14 October.

City Rail Link 16 Sep 2024

The new and improved midtown is nearly here

The new and improved midtown is nearly here.

City Centre Waterfront 13 Sep 2024

City centre turns a new page for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori and Mahuru Māori

Celebrate Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori and Mahuru Māori in Auckland’s city centre.

Council news 9 Aug 2024

Work has started on Auckland's new swimming pool at the Karanga Plaza Tidal Steps

Work has started on Auckland's new swimming pool at the Karanga Plaza Tidal Steps to provide space for people to safely enjoy the city centre waterfront.

City Centre Waterfront 7 Aug 2024

All aboard - Free Wynyard Quarter Red Boats Ferry now running seven days a week

Come aboard and enjoy a free ferry ride to Wynyard Quarter.

Council news 29 Jul 2024

The final streetscape works around Waitematā Station (Britomart) begin

Auckland Council and City Rail Link are working together to ensure the streets and spaces around the Waitematā Station are upgraded and ready for the expected influx of people.

Auckland's Future In Progress 17 Jun 2024

‘Together for Tāmaki Makaurau’ gains momentum in making the city centre safer

From increased CityWatch patrols to the establishment of the City Centre Safety Plan, a series of new initiatives aimed at improving safety in the city centre are underway.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Jun 2024

Experience our user-friendly Queen Street with more ways to get around

We are creating better city centre connections - check out our multi-use path in Queen Street

City Centre Waterfront 30 Apr 2024

Ancient boulders hold contemporary objects in new public artwork in upper Federal Street

Residents of Federal Street (south) are enjoying a new artwork Lost & Found, with eight large boulders carved by Joe Sheehan supporting a feeling of community.

Council news 29 Apr 2024

3D-printed marine modules to restore marine life and mauri in Te Waitematā

New technology is being used to support the healthy marine environment for Te Waitematā.

Council news 15 Apr 2024

Collaboration brings cruise visitors to Wynyard Quarter’s doorstep

Cruise visitors arriving into Auckland this month will have the opportunity to use a free return City Link Bus voucher to visit Wynyard Quarter.