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Auckland's Future In Progress
Discover the magic where Queen Street meets the sea
It’s the coveted spot in New Zealand’s Monopoly boardgame. It’s New Zealand’s premier street. It fires up the passion of Aucklanders. It’s a dynamic place. And the lower end of Queen Street is all shiny and new and ready for you to visit.
The new and improved midtown is nearly here
The new and improved midtown is nearly here.
‘Together for Tāmaki Makaurau’ gains momentum in making the city centre safer
From increased CityWatch patrols to the establishment of the City Centre Safety Plan, a series of new initiatives aimed at improving safety in the city centre are underway.
Airport goes hi-tech to protect harbour
Putting an airport on a harbour means protection measures have to be taken.
College Hill sink hole, whole again!
A new stormwater pipe running from the intersection of Beaumont Street and Victoria Street West to England Street has now been installed.
New Queen Street design wins praise from those backing it to thrive
25 November 2022 marks a significant milestone in the life of Queen Street, as the upgrades from Mayoral Drive to Shortland Street are complete, and Aucklanders and visitors can experience a more people-friendly, green and spacious street.
8 fun ways for kids to play at Wynyard Quarter
Let your kids’ imaginations run wild with endless ways to play at Wynyard Quarter.
Boards back locally-led emergency response
Local input is seen as essential in any emergency planning.
Chairs join call to be heard on board plans
Consultation on local board plans closes on 14 August.
Young leaders show the way in fight to enhance the health of Manukau Harbour
Young people are taking a hands-on role in preserving the Manukau Harbour.
Shining neon light on the regeneration of midtown
Auckland Council’s city centre programmes team will soon announce the next stage of the Midtown Regeneration programme, a series of projects preparing local streets and public spaces.
Harbour Edge Stitch moves from bold concept to exciting reality
One of eight Transformational Moves in the City Centre Masterplan, the Harbour Edge Stitch is making spectacular progress in uniting Auckland’s waterfront with the city centre.
First wayfinding patterns guide new Waihorotiu path in Queen Street
By mid-November when an upgraded Queen Street opens, Aucklanders will discover the city centre’s new Waihorotiu path, an innovative multi-use path next to the road carriageway for people walking or travelling at a leisurely pace on wheels.
Auckland Council Group wins ten awards in nationwide landscape architecture awards
The Auckland Council Group - Auckland Transport, Eke Panuku, Tūpuna Maunga Authority and Auckland Council – was awarded two supreme awards, four category winner awards and four excellence awards at the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects...
10 reasons you’ll fall in love with our city centre all over again
Aucklanders have been treated to several major transformations in the city centre in recent years. But have you seen them all? Here are some you may have missed.
Visibility of Māori expression in Auckland’s city centre makes measured steps forward
A commitment to ensure mana whenua see themselves more in our city centre’s urbanscape has been made by Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council
