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Auckland Council supports City Mission’s Auckland Angels appeal
Auckland Council is throwing its support behind Auckland City Mission’s ‘Auckland Angels’ appeal, helping to ensure Aucklanders in greatest need can celebrate Christmas after a particularly tough year.
No excuse for abuse – unacceptable behaviour towards council staff must stop
Auckland Council employees are frequently subjected to unacceptable behaviour, directed towards them by customers and members of the public. A new campaign, called ‘No excuse for abuse’, is designed to remind Aucklanders that council people are ju...
Recovery
Support for homeowners impacted by road reserve slips
Auckland Council is seeking expressions of interest for a limited one-off grants scheme to support homeowners with property access impacted by road reserve slips that occurred in the 2023 storms.
Searching for a home? Here’s what you need to look out for
Anyone wanting to buy or rent a home is encouraged to look at all available natural hazards information in this time of increasing climate uncertainty.
Category 2C homes in Māngere
Information about what a Category 2C flood risk rating means for your home.
Homeowners asked to register for road reserves grants scheme
Auckland Council is seeking expressions of interest from homeowners with property access issues caused by slips on road reserves.
Development News
First section of redesigned Victoria Street opens with fresh feel and function
The first section of a redesigned Victoria Street - from Elliott Street to Queen Street - has opened to the public.
Lunar New Year infuses city centre with Auckland’s unique Asian flavour
From 26 January to 22 February, feel uplifted by the colours, sounds, tastes and beats of Asia.
Rain drain: Northcote’s new stormwater infrastructure tested to the max
The record-breaking downpour in Auckland tested Northcote’s new stormwater infrastructure to the max.
'Seconds to Midnight' leads New Year’s Eve countdown
Emerging Kiwi songstress Cassie Henderson has just found her name in the same sentence as Dua Lipa, Coldplay and Six60.
Our Environment
Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties
Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.
Aucklanders’ targeted rates working for our region
Cr Richard Hills, Chair of the Policy and Planning Committee says that more than $1 billion, collected specifically for environmental programmes, will be spent over the next ten years.
Caulerpa threat: boaties urged to help stop the spread this summer
Boaties heading out on the water this summer are being urged to take extra care to prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa.
Heavy fine for unauthorised tree trimming on Devonport clifftop
Non compliance with environmental rules brings hefty fine.
Parks and Playgrounds
Temporary closure of Wenderholm Regional Park and where to go instead
Wenderholm Regional Park will be closed temporarily from Thursday 26 December. Here is where to go instead.
Muriwai Beach will be vehicle free during summer peak
Auckland Council measures to improve safety and reduce fire risk at Te Oneone Rangatira / Muriwai Beach during the height of summer will be in place from New Year’s Eve through to mid-January 2025.
Gannet Track reopens at Muriwai Regional Park
Following an extended closure due to significant storm damage in early 2023, the Maukatia Gannet Track and access to the gannet colony at Ōtakamiro Point in Muriwai has now been restored.
Free and low-cost summer fun for your whānau
Summer days are here, and for tamariki that means hours and hours of uninterrupted play time.
Transport News
Boosting efficiency on Dominion Road
Dominion Road, one of Auckland Central’s busiest routes, carries over 25,000 vehicles daily while also serving as a critical corridor for public transport
How smart tech can clear traffic
Fanshawe Street is now a model of efficiency thanks to smart technology.
Easing heavy traffic on Te Atatū Road
In West Auckland, Te Atatū Road has seen a 20% increase in morning traffic volumes this past year.
Herald Island community gets involved in Twin Wharf access rebuild
The road to Twin Wharf is now open after six months reconstruction following slips during last year’s storms.
Waste Updates
Get on board – waste-wise tips for boaties
Auckland Council is appealing to boaties and leisure craft users to be waste-wise on the water this summer to conserve our oceans and coastlines.
8 ways to a waste-less Christmas
This Christmas, save money and reduce stress by cutting out waste.
Tips for a Zero Waste Festive Season
Celebrate a waste-free festive season this summer with these top tips to protect the environment and keep Auckland beautiful.
Over 10,000 tonnes recycled at Waiuku Community Recycling Centre’s 10-year mark
This month, Auckland’s first official Community Recycling Centre (CRC), Zero Waste Waiuku is celebrating 10 years of operation.
