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Council news 22 Oct 2024

Goodbye Dunkirk Rd: Watercare moves out after wastewater upgrades

It’s official! Watercare has moved out from Dunkirk Rd.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 22 Oct 2024

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.

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Environment 21 Oct 2024

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.

Council news 21 Oct 2024

Milford to Takapuna Walkway

The Milford-Takapuna Walkway is an enjoyable walk along the beaches and coastline from Milford Reserve to Takapuna Beach.

Pools 16 Oct 2024

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.

Council news 11 Oct 2024

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.

Council news 10 Oct 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. 

Council news 9 Oct 2024

Eke Panuku Development Auckland directors appointed

Auckland Council has appointed Brett Ellison and Aaron Hockly as directors of Eke Panuku Development Auckland.

Dogs 8 Oct 2024

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.

Council news 3 Oct 2024

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.

Council news 3 Oct 2024

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.

Council news 2 Oct 2024

Watercare’s three-stage solution for Judges Bay

Watercare’s three-stage plan to replace the flood-damaged wastewater main beneath the Parnell Rose Garden is underway at the intersection of Judges Bay and Bridgewater roads.

Council news 2 Oct 2024

Arts funding enriches Auckland’s cultural landscape

Twenty-four regional arts organisations, communities and artists have been approved for Auckland Council funding to deliver an array of art-related activity across Tāmaki Makaurau in the upcoming months.

Council news 1 Oct 2024

Representation changes finalised for feedback

Following recent public consultation, Auckland Council has now finalised a proposal to enhance representation across the region ahead of the 2025 local body elections.

Council news 1 Oct 2024

Auckland’s local alcohol policy: keeping up the fight for our communities

Josephine Bartley is councillor of Auckland’s Maungakiekie-Tāmaki ward, and chair of Auckland Council’s Regulatory and Safety Committee.

Council news 30 Sep 2024

The Auckland Future Fund launched

The Auckland Future Fund has formally launched as Auckland Council’s new council-controlled organisation and regional wealth fund.