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Council news 11 Dec 2024

Taking a strategic approach to managing sediment

Auckland Council is taking a strategic approach to how we manage sediment (or bare earth) all with the aim of minimising the impact on our environment.

Community 10 Dec 2024

One Tree Hill College celebrates new sports canopy thanks to $1.2 million council funding

Importantly the turf under the canopy can be used, not just by the school, but by people in the wider community – young and old.

Council news 5 Dec 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.

Dogs 4 Dec 2024

Committee backs public consultation on dog rules

Auckland’s Regulatory and Safety Committee has backed plans for public consultation on updates to the region’s dog rules.

Council news 4 Dec 2024

Making Auckland more accessible

Over the past year, Auckland Council has completed a review of how we are tracking toward making our city accessible for everyone.

Finance 4 Dec 2024

Auckland Future Fund confirms the sale of airport shares

The Auckland Future Fund has confirmed the sale of Auckland Council’s remaining shares in Auckland International Airport Limited (AIAL).

Policies / Regulations 3 Dec 2024

Help shape some of Auckland's rules in the new year

Have your say on two policies and bylaws in 2025 to help shape the local rules in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Council news 2 Dec 2024

Prohibited fire season for islands of the Hauraki Gulf from today

Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 2 December 2024.

Council news 29 Nov 2024

Auckland Council announces ‘Music and Movies in Parks’

‘Music and Movies in Parks’ announcement– A free summer celebration of tunes, blockbusters and sunshine!

Council news 28 Nov 2024

Auckland’s Angels appeal gets helping hand from Auckland Council

We are supporting the Auckland City Mission's appeal, to help people in the greatest need, celebrate Christmas.

Council news 27 Nov 2024

Eight Auckland parks get global recognition with Green Flag awards

Auckland Council is celebrating yet another year of achieving world-class park management standards, as eight parks close to 9000 hectares across Tāmaki Makaurau receive the prestigious Green Flag Award.

Community 26 Nov 2024

Ngā Hapori Momoho / Thriving Communities grants open for applications

Grants of up to $30,000 are available for projects that help support thriving communities.

Council news 25 Nov 2024

Enhancing emergency response capabilities through training exercise this week

This is one of the regular training exercises AEM conducts every year to ensure staff are up to speed with what’s required during a real emergency response.

Council news 25 Nov 2024

Protecting Lake Tomarata for future generations

The ‘Let’s Protect Our Environment’ consultation, we are seeking your feedback on what the right balance is for biodiversity protection and recreation at Lake Tomarata.

Council news 22 Nov 2024

Young Papakura leader steps up to new role

A new leadership role on Auckland Council’s Youth Advisory Panel seems a natural fit for Papakura’s young trailblazer Kritika Selach, aged 21.