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Council news 16 Dec 2025

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.

Council news 16 Dec 2025

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.

Council news 15 Dec 2025

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.

Council news 12 Dec 2025

Auckland Council summer opening hours

Find out about summer hours for libraries, pools, rubbish and recycling collections, and more.

Council news 12 Dec 2025

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.

Council news 11 Dec 2025

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.

Council news 5 Dec 2025

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.

Council news 5 Dec 2025

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.

Council news 5 Dec 2025

$53 million savings secured by council

By the end of the first financial quarter this year, Auckland Council has locked in 62 per cent of its $86 million annual savings target.

Plans / Projects 3 Dec 2025

A plan that holds water: Auckland Council stormwater services get government stamp of approval

Central government has backed Auckland Council’s stormwater services for being high quality and efficiently run.

Plans / Projects 1 Dec 2025

Dog walkers – get your free ‘pack walker’ certificate now

If you walk a pack of five or more dogs in the Auckland region - get your free certificate of approval ahead of rules changing on 1 January.

Council news 28 Nov 2025

Angels shine a light on Tāmaki Makaurau this Christmas

Auckland Council staff are digging deep this year to bring a little Christmas cheer to Aucklanders struggling to make ends meet in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Council news 27 Nov 2025

Auckland mayor gives green light to advisory panels

Tāmaki Makaurau Mayor Wayne Brown has endorsed Auckland Council’s demographic advisory panels for another three-year term, validating an important aspect of the council’s governance structure through to September 2028.

Council news 24 Nov 2025

Auckland Council partners with Aktive to advance sport and physical activity

Auckland Council and Aktive have formed a strategic partnership to work together to increase sport and physical activity opportunities and outcomes for Tāmaki Makaurau and Aucklanders. 

Community 24 Nov 2025

Auckland Council launches essential guide to new life in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council is thrilled to announce the launch of its Welcome to Auckland web portal, a helpful and essential guide for anyone making Tāmaki Makaurau their new home. 

Council news 24 Nov 2025

Opportunity ahead as Auckland supercity marks 15 years

I reflect on my time here since day one with both pride and a sense of excitement for the future.