News
Cleaning up our environment
Be a tidy Kiwi neighbour
There are better ways to find a new home for unwanted items instead of leaving them outside hoping someone will wander by and take them.
Finalists shortlisted in this year’s Mayoral Conservation Awards
Environmental champions achievements to be recognised.
Recovery
AT storm recovery summer works update
AT repair sites that will be finished or continuing after the summer break.
AT completes storm repairs next to North Shore beach in time for summer
Auckland Transport and Fulton Hogan have completed the repair of an under slip and wash-out at the end of Masterton Road near the Rothesay Beach Reserve in time for the summer holidays.
More Auckland homes with serious flooding and landslide risk
Auckland Council is identifying more homes with a serious risk to life from future flooding and landslides
A third of storm-damaged homes being relocated
Relocating homes is the preferred option to reduce waste to landfill.
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.
Final chance to influence council’s 30-year plan to share the cost of growth
Aucklanders are encouraged to provide feedback on a new development contributions policy that influences how the cost of Auckland’s growth is shared.
Giant toybox, 18-metre tree and festive joy from 'square to square' sprinkle the magic
A kaleidoscope of festivity is illuminating the city centre.
Exciting new festive tradition for Auckland
Te Komititanga will host the spectacular debut of a magical new Christmas tree this festive season.
Our Environment
Prohibited fire season for islands of the Hauraki Gulf from today
Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 2 December 2024.
The curious native orchids of Waikumete Cemetery
Cemeteries are generally thought of as solemn resting places, but at Waikumete Cemetery in west Auckland, between the headstones is a thriving world of beautiful native orchids.
Protecting Lake Tomarata for future generations
The ‘Let’s Protect Our Environment’ consultation, we are seeking your feedback on what the right balance is for biodiversity protection and recreation at Lake Tomarata.
Transforming Okoromai Bay: major ecological restoration and O Mahurangi benefits for 2025
Next year promises to be a pivotal one for environmental restoration around Okoromai Bay and O Mahurangi (Penlink).
Parks and Playgrounds
Explore these epic filming locations in Auckland
Auckland is a go-to filming location for many top directors.
Auckland Council announces ‘Music and Movies in Parks’
‘Music and Movies in Parks’ announcement– A free summer celebration of tunes, blockbusters and sunshine!
Eight Auckland parks get global recognition with Green Flag awards
Auckland Council is celebrating yet another year of achieving world-class park management standards, as eight parks close to 9000 hectares across Tāmaki Makaurau receive the prestigious Green Flag Award.
Summer opportunity for mobile food trucks
Auckland Council invites mobile food vendors to consider a unique opportunity this summer to deliver high-quality food services at Muriwai Regional Park.
Transport News
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.
Driving down peak hour traffic
An innovative dynamic lane system on Whangaparāoa Road has provided much-needed time savings, helping over 25,000 vehicles travel smoothly each day.
Waste Updates
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.
Auckland diverts over 30,000 tonnes of food scraps from landfill
More than 30,000 tonnes of food scraps contributed by Aucklanders since the food scraps collections began in April last year have been used to produce renewable energy and fertiliser.
