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Judge fines developer over $48k for illegal earthworks and warns against “hands-off” approach to RMA compliance
Turning a blind eye no defence in RMA breach case.
Chair appointed to lead Proposed Plan Change 120 independent hearings panel
The independent hearings panel plays a key role in ensuring fair planning decisions are made
Learn more about Auckland’s Future Housing Plan
Join an information session near you and learn more about Auckland’s Future Housing Plan and how it could shape where and how Auckland grows.
What Auckland’s new plan means for your neighbourhood
Auckland Council is making changes to the Auckland Unitary Plan, the city’s rulebook for where and how new homes and buildings can be built.
Submissions open on Auckland’s future housing plan
Aucklanders can now have their say on proposed changes to the Auckland Unitary Plan – the city’s planning rulebook for where and how new homes and businesses can be built.
The Joyful Movement wins top honours for innovation
The Joyful Movement has been recognised with the New Zealand Rugby Innovation Award at the 2025 NZ Rainbow Excellence Awards.
Uncover what makes Queen Street come alive
It’s the coveted spot in New Zealand’s Monopoly boardgame. It’s New Zealand’s premier street. It fires up the passion of Aucklanders. It’s a dynamic place. And the lower end of Queen Street is all shiny and new and ready for you to visit.
Curious crowds explore Beachlands Wastewater Treatment Plant
On October 18, more than 220 locals took the opportunity to step behind the gates of the Beachlands Wastewater Treatment Plant to explore the facility.
Wynyard Quarter artwork Waka Moana blends Māori artistry with contemporary technology
Vision for a continuous network of publicly accessible green spaces moves closer with the arrival of new artwork.
Preschoolers give Moana the TBM a colourful send-off
Preschoolers from Māngere East have put their hands on a tunnel boring before its put to work.
Beresford Square reopens after six years, marking another step in CRL transformation
Beresford Square has reopened after almost six years tucked away behind construction hoardings, giving Aucklanders back a refreshed public space at the doorstep of Karanga-a-Hape Station
Withdrawing Plan Change 78 – what this could mean for you
Plan Change 78 will be partly withdrawn along with the medium density residential standards on 9 October 2025
New plan approved for Auckland’s future
New planning rules have been approved to strengthen flood protections and focus more homes in safer, well-connected places near jobs, shops and transport for public submissions
Haere rā Britomart, kia ora Waitematā Station
From 21 September, Auckland’s downtown train station will officially be known as Waitematā Station, retiring the Britomart name.
Auckland’s next planning rules are being considered – how do they compare?
The committee will decide on a proposed blueprint for how Auckland grows.
What you need to know
What’s happening with Auckland’s planning rules? Check out the top 10 things to know and how they could shape where and how we live.
