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Council news 30 Sep 2022

An honour and a privilege

Deputy Mayor Bill Cashmore reflects on his ‘wonderful’ council journey.

Council news 30 Sep 2022

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council Group's year-end results reflect successful financial prudence

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council Group’s Annual Report 2021/2022 released today shows that despite the impacts of COVID-19 and economic challenges it faced, the group provided the services that Aucklanders expect and maintained fi...

Council news 29 Sep 2022

It’s over and out from me

Phil Goff speaks to his six years as Mayor at the last meeting of the council’s Governing Body.

Council news 29 Sep 2022

A proud Scot, a passion for the environment, a protector of people and animals

Mayor Phil Goff acknowledges the contribution of Cr Cathy Casey to a life of public office.

Council news 28 Sep 2022

New plants for Puhinui Reserve as Auckland Council increases tree canopy in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council has kicked off the recent $13.3 million funding for tree planting across the next decade with a commemorative planting day at Puhinui Reserve.

Council news 27 Sep 2022

Auckland Council votes on the future management of vehicles driving on Muriwai Beach

Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee has voted on the future management of vehicles driving on Te Oneone Rangatira / Muriwai Beach.

Sports / Leisure 27 Sep 2022

Auckland Council approves over $15 million in funding for sport and recreation facilities in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events (PACE) Committee has approved applications totalling $15.3 million from the Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.

Council news 23 Sep 2022

Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day in Tāmaki Makaurau

New Zealand will mark the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with a State Memorial Service and one-off public holiday Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day on Monday 26 September.

Council news 20 Sep 2022

Auckland Council explores sale of Own-your-own home scheme

Auckland Council’s Finance and Performance Committee has given the green light to divesting its equity share in the Own-your-own home scheme.

Council news 19 Sep 2022

New director appointed to council CCO Tātaki Auckland Unlimited

Tourism industry expert Graeme Stephens takes up board role.

Council news 19 Sep 2022

Acknowledging Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Tāmaki Makaurau

Find out where you can sign a condolence book for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Council news 13 Sep 2022

Development Contributions policy out for second public consultation

Auckland Council is seeking feedback on the next stage of updating its Development Contributions Policy, to ensure new developments contribute fairly to the funding of the council’s infrastructure.

Council news 12 Sep 2022

Animal Management annual report reveals impact of COVID-19 pandemic

More dogs than ever, puppies aplenty, adoption opportunities galore and an increase in badly behaved canines.

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Community 9 Sep 2022

Severe sentence handed down for double dog attack

In a decision in the Manukau District Court, Judge Philip Recordon handed out one of the severest sentences to date in an Auckland Council dog prosecution case, to the owner of two dogs who caused serious injuries on two separate occasions to two...

Council news 7 Sep 2022

The White Lady and Auckland Council

The facts on renewing the licence for a cultural icon in our city centre, to ensure good outcomes for all.

Council news 1 Sep 2022

Changes to freedom camping rules from today

Auckland Council’s updated Te Ture ā-Rohe Noho Puni Wātea ā-Waka 2022 / Freedom Camping in Vehicles Bylaw 2022 is in effect as of 1 September. Here’s all the changes you need to know about.