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Have your say on how funds are spent this year to create an Auckland that is beautiful, thriving and safe
Our proposed Annual Plan builds on the Long-term Plan 2024-2034, and includes funding for the things that Aucklanders value.
Outdoor fires now banned in all of Auckland
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited season for Auckland, Waitematā and Counties Manukau Districts from 8am Friday 14 March, until further notice.
250 visitors flock to Pukekohe Water Treatment Plant
More than 250 people visited the newly-reopened Pukekohe Water Treatment Plant this month to explore and learn the role it plays in Auckland’s integrated water network.
Help stop the spread of exotic caulerpa in Tāmaki Makaurau
Two species of exotic caulerpa have been found in Tāmaki Makaurau. It is critical that all Aucklanders, from boat users to beach goers, understand how to recognise exotic caulerpa and how to avoid spreading it.
Funding round opens for Sport and Recreation Regional Programme Grant
“We want even more young people to participate in sport, and sports organisations play a key role in achieving this goal.”
Breathing New Life into Takarunga/ Mt Victoria: Revitalising the Summit
The Tūpuna Maunga Authority is pleased to share a major transformation at the tihi (summit)of Takarunga / Mt Victoria in Devonport.
Avondale’s new community hub gets set to connect
Great progress is underway in the preparations to build Te Hono – the new Avondale library, community hub, and upgraded town square.
Watercare activates drought plan, stresses water restrictions unlikely
Ongoing dry weather has tipped Auckland’s total dam storage level just below the ‘preparing for a drought’ level in Watercare’s Drought Management Plan.
Te Whau Pathway: Photos show construction progress as milestone reached
The first part of Te Whau Pathway is on track to be completed in 2026, with half of the Northwestern Cycleway to Horowai Reserve section in Te Atatū finished last week – a major milestone for the project.
Te Aka Raataa: Regenerating Te Puhinui for a Greener Future
A major transformation is underway for Te Puhinui / Puhinui Stream.
Closer look at Auckland’s pools welcomed by councillors
Councillors welcomed a closer look into Auckland’s swimming pool network at February’s Policy and Planning Committee.
Annual Plan open now for public feedback
Auckland Council’s proposed Annual Plan 2025/2026 is open for public consultation.
Council backs funding for Auckland’s St James Theatre
Auckland Council has upheld its commitment to grant $15 million towards the restoration of St James Theatre.
Auckland Council AI initiative to boost customer experience
Auckland Council is set to trial AI technology that will help Aucklanders quickly access the council support they need, underpinned by Google Cloud technology.
Interim Report: increased capital investment in Auckland
Auckland Council’s Interim Report shows the group invested significantly to strengthen the physical resilience of Auckland and manage growth, while meeting its financial targets.
Oriental fruit fly – Birkdale area
Biosecurity New Zealand response: all you need to know council kerbside collections in Birkdale.
