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Oriental fruit fly – Papatoetoe
On 25 February 2026, Biosecurity New Zealand (MPI) announced the discovery of a single male Oriental fruit fly in Papatoetoe - legal restrictions.
How Aucklanders can better prepare for flooding and storms
A new Auckland Council commissioned report shows that many Aucklanders are making assumptions about flood risk that could put them in danger.
Six-month results: investing in Auckland’s future
Auckland Council’s six-month results show sustained progress with infrastructure investment, transport improvements and enhanced community services.
Significant maintenance contracts up for renewal
Auckland Council is renewing a significant suite of full facilities and maintenance contracts, to support the upkeep of thousands of community, park and play assets across the region.
Queensland fruit fly restrictions lifted – Mt Roskill
With no further fruit flies found in the Mt Roskill area, Biosecurity New Zealand has lifted restrictions on the movement of fruit and vegetables in the area.
The town centre section of Northcote’s new greenway is kicking off!
Work gets underway from Monday 23 February on the final town centre section of Te Ara Awataha – Northcote’s new greenway.
All eyes on delivery: Value for Money Committee opens for 2026
Savings and service reviews led the agenda as the Value for Money Committee’s first 2026 meeting echoed its always-on focus for increased efficiency.
Council backs submissions on new planning laws, calls for strong local voice
Auckland Council has unanimously endorsed its submissions on two government bills that would replace the Resource Management Act (RMA)
Love Food Hate Waste grants now open
Auckland Council’s Love Food Hate Waste grants are open again, and this year there’s extra funding on the table.
Understanding landslides: what you should know
Landslides impact homes, infrastructure, roads and services and the effects of climate change can exacerbate these risks over time.
More notice, more clarity: how stormwater works are changing for property owners
New law brings clearer communication for stormwater and wastewater works
Innovative underground stormwater project targets cleaner water for Hobson Bay
Digging deep beneath the city for cleaner beaches: major stormwater upgrade to improve water quality in Hobson Bay
Apply now for Auckland’s new $1m Climate and Emergency Readiness Fund for community action
Backing Auckland communities with funding to build resilience.
Standing proud, in colours of the rainbow
In the countdown to Auckland Pride Festival, Auckland Council’s Director of Community Rachel Kelleher outlines why it’s important to stand with our rainbow communities in Tāmaki Makaurau.
A few days of wet and wild weather
It’s been a wet and windy few days in Auckland with the extensive rainfall and wind the region has received.
Celebrate Auckland Pride Festival at Proud Centres across Tāmaki Makaurau
February is Auckland Pride Festival month, one of the most colourful, inclusive and celebratory times of the year.
