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Have Your Say on Auckland’s storm recovery and resilience

Throughout August, Aucklanders are being invited to provide feedback on plans for major investment in Tāmaki Makaurau to help recover from the extreme weather events that took a major toll on the region in 2023.

Major milestone reached in storm recovery with Government funding announced

Auckland Council’s Governing Body yesterday approved in principle a more than $2 billion recovery package to improve Auckland’s storm resilience and co-fund buyouts for properties that are most vulnerable to extreme weather in the future.

Auckland Council committee achieves its $5 million savings target for the year

Auckland Council’s Revenue, Expenditure and Value Committee has hit its $5 million savings target for the 2023/2024 financial year.

What if I can’t pay my rates?

We know that for some people, rates are a considerable cost. If anyone is concerned about being able to pay rates, we encourage them to get in touch with our credit control team to discuss what options are available and how we can help.

Māori seats – it’s time to have your say

From August 21 to September 24, Aucklanders will be asked for their views on whether Auckland Council should have Māori seats on its governing body.

Main road into Muriwai to reopen at 10am Monday 21 August

Another major milestone in Auckland’s storm recovery will be reached on Monday with the lifting of the Motutara Road cordon, at Muriwai.

An infamous Aucklander heads for Taranaki

Rogue pig that has caused traffic chaos and evaded capture, finally has a new home

Auckland Council provides update on risk categorisation process

Auckland Council is making progress on complex risk categorisation process for flood affected properties.

Rating serviced apartments fairly

Part of our role at Auckland Council is to ensure everyone pays their fair share of rates. We want to make sure the funding of our services is shared fairly, and we have a rating policy in place for this.

Nine marae and papakāinga projects to receive a boost from council

Hauraki Gulf Marine Park under sustained assault, will long over-due protection and restoration be delivered?

Hauraki Gulf Forum Co-Chairs Nicola MacDonald and Toby Adams will tomorrow publicly unveil the 2023 State of the Gulf report, produced for the forum by Coast & Catchment Ltd.

Loss of Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua kaumaatua George Flavell will be deeply felt

Ngaati Te Ata Waiohua kaumaatua George Flavell has passed away.

Boosts for regional parks and community assets as $50 million invested in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council makes it easier to access flood data

Understanding the flood risk for your property has become simpler thanks to a new online tool launched by Auckland Council.

What are Auckland Council rates spent on?

Rates are an essential part of the funding that allows Auckland Council to maintain a vibrant and sustainable Tāmaki Makaurau. It’s how we fund the services and facilities that matter and helps creates a city where all Aucklanders can thrive.

Have your say on Auckland’s civil defence emergency management group plan

From today (Monday 31 July), Aucklanders can have their say on Auckland Council’s plan for preparing Tāmaki Makaurau for potential civil defence emergencies and hazards, and how they are managed.