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Nominations open for Papatoetoe subdivision new election
Nominations are open for candidates in the new election. There are four seats to be filled and nominations are open until midday, Wednesday 28 January 2026.
New Year Honours: celebrating Jack Hobbs (MNZM)
Auckland Council celebrates former Auckland Botanic Gardens Manager Jack Hobbs being appointed as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) in the New Year Honours List for 2026, for services to horticulture.
Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120
The panel will carefully consider every submission made on proposed Plan Change 120
Democracy in action for A F Thomas Park
During Auckland Council’s consultation on the future of recreation at A F Thomas Park, a group of 40 residents from across the North Shore and Albany Wards took part in a three-day deliberative forum.
New Year’s Eve celebrations for 2026 in central Auckland
Auckland Council group is proud to partner with SkyCity and Vector Lights once again this year to host New Year’s Eve celebrations in the city centre.
No discrepancies with west Auckland votes
There are no issues with voting in the west Auckland wards in the recent local elections.
Waitangi ki Manukau 2026 returns to a new beat!
Waitangi ki Manukau is returning to Manukau Sports Bowl in 2026 and bringing with it a stellar new line-up.
Funding helps to safeguard significant historic places
Auckland Council is granting $534,241 towards projects that will help protect and conserve significant historic heritage places in Tāmaki Makaurau over the next year.
Auckland’s Governing Body members appointed for 2025-28
Auckland’s mayor, deputy mayor and 19 councillors have officially declared to act in the best interests of the communities they represent for the next three years, following a ceremonial first meeting of the city’s newly elected Governing Body.
Auckland Council’s annual plan moves toward community input
Better transport, a refresh for urban development and delivering for local communities are among Auckland Council’s key priorities during 2026-2027.
Slimy algae on Auckland beaches: What you need to know
Locals and visitors may see slimy algae - usually black or dark green in colour, in the sea and on beaches in the region this summer.
Auckland Council summer opening hours
Find out about summer hours for libraries, pools, rubbish and recycling collections, and more.
Ngā Hapori Momoho / Thriving Communities fund opens
Auckland Council recognises that communities are the heart and soul of Tāmaki Makaurau and the importance of supporting initiatives to help more Aucklanders to live well.
Safeguarding our coasts: final two shoreline adaptation plans confirmed for Tāmaki Makaurau
Auckland Council has confirmed two more shoreline adaptation plans for Tāmaki Makaurau, bringing the total to 20, completing the programme.
Value for Money: council delivers more reviews
The first of a series of Value for Money reviews underway this term has been delivered by Auckland Council.
More Aucklanders than ever taking climate action
Aucklanders are embracing climate action in record numbers, with more people getting involved each year and the momentum is building.
