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Think of others and use fireworks safely this Guy Fawkes season
Here’s a reminder on the rules and tips, so you, your friends and whānau can enjoy fireworks safely.
Flood resilience projects in Māngere get the green light
An Order in Council has been approved by Cabinet to enable faster delivery of two critical flood resilience projects in Māngere.
Muriwai beach access road closes to minimise fire risk
Auckland Council is reminding off-road drivers that vehicle access to Te Oneone Rangatira / Muriwai beach will be restricted during Guy Fawkes this year.
Protecting the Tūpuna Maunga: Annual Closures in Place
The Tūpuna Maunga Authority will be closing Auckland’s ancestral maunga (mountains) during Guy Fawkes from Saturday 2 November to Tuesday 5 November 2024 to protect them from fires.
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited’s sustainability story for 2023/24
Annual snapshot of climate action and sustainability initiatives.
Goodbye Dunkirk Rd: Watercare moves out after wastewater upgrades
It’s official! Watercare has moved out from Dunkirk Rd.
ShakeOut drill a chance for Aucklanders to prepare for a real life earthquake
The national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi will take place on Thursday 24 October at 9.30am.
Update
Progress towards Auckland’s climate goals puts resilience at the forefront
Auckland Council’s Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan 2024 progress snapshot.
Milford to Takapuna Walkway
The Milford-Takapuna Walkway is an enjoyable walk along the beaches and coastline from Milford Reserve to Takapuna Beach.
New contracts awarded for outsourced pools and leisure centres
Auckland Council has approved the award of new contracts for the operation of 20 pools and leisure centres across the region, that are outsourced.
Auckland Council appoints Watercare board chair
The council’s Performance and Appointments Committee today appointed Geoff Hunt to be the chair of the Watercare Board with effect from 12 October 2024.
Auckland’s cultural institutions collaborate to deliver improvements
A significant milestone has been reached as Auckland’s major cultural organisations join forces to tackle long-standing challenges and enhance collaboration.
Eke Panuku Development Auckland directors appointed
Auckland Council has appointed Brett Ellison and Aaron Hockly as directors of Eke Panuku Development Auckland.
Many dog owners unable to properly care for their pets, annual report reveals
The council has a plea for Aucklanders as new Animal Management data is revealed.
Final proposal for representation arrangements for the 2025 elections open for appeals and objections
Auckland Council has publicly notified its final proposal for representation arrangements across the region ahead of the 2025 local body elections.
Working together to protect Auckland’s natural environment
Aucklanders will soon be asked for their feedback on Auckland Council’s ‘Let’s protect our environment’ consultation.
