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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

Have your say: 30-year plan to share the cost of growth

Have your say on the council’s proposed Contributions Policy until 15 November 2024.

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.

Council news 27 Sep 2024

Auckland Council Group's year-end results show delivery in the face of challenges

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council Group’s Annual Report 2023/2024 released today shows Auckland Council Group performed well over the past financial year.

Council news 26 Sep 2024

New Community Committee reflects on the value of ‘community’  

Auckland Council’s newly formed Community Committee has met for the first time this week at Auckland House

Council news 26 Sep 2024

Vibrant regional events receive funding boost from Auckland Council

An assortment of vibrant and engaging events across Tāmaki Makaurau have been given a helping hand by Auckland Council.

Council news 25 Sep 2024

Auckland on track to meet critical water targets

According to the annual progress report for the Auckland Water Strategy, Tāmaki Makaurau is on track to meet its targets to reduce water consumption and the water supply target for recycled water capacity.

Council news 25 Sep 2024

How Auckland Council is responding to the workplace challenge

We wholeheartedly agree with the current conversation about reinvigorating our city and town centres and getting the right balance around flexible and hybrid working.

Transport 23 Sep 2024

Two operators selected for new e-scooter licences in Auckland

Auckland Council has selected two providers to receive new rental micromobility licences in Auckland.  

Council news 19 Sep 2024

Council property review saves Auckland ratepayers $17 million a year

A six-year review of Auckland Council-owned property has saved $17 million a year, at no cost to ratepayers.

Council news 18 Sep 2024

Ancient Muriwai lava megapillows gain global recognition

Unique formations of megapillow lava flows at Muriwai, that are millions of years old, are now listed among the world’s most significant geological sites by the International Union of Geological Sciences. 

Health / Wellbeing 16 Sep 2024

Local alcohol policy: Freeze on new liquor stores happening now

Auckland’s local alcohol policy starts coming into effect today, Monday 16 September.

Council news 13 Sep 2024

Skills for Industry programme puts 1,000 Aucklanders into sustainable employment

Under Ngā Puna Pūkenga, Auckland Council and MSD work in partnership with council contractors and small-to-medium-sized industry employers to create new roles for people who face barriers to the employment market.