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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.
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.
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.
Funding helps to safeguard significant historic places
Auckland Council is granting $534,241 towards projects that will help protect and conserve significant historic heritage places in Tāmaki Makaurau over the next year.
New Year’s Eve celebrations for 2026 in central Auckland
Auckland Council group is proud to partner with SkyCity and Vector Lights once again this year to host New Year’s Eve celebrations in the city centre.
Auckland Council summer opening hours
Find out about summer hours for libraries, pools, rubbish and recycling collections, and more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$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.
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.
Prohibited fire season for Hauraki Gulf islands from today
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has today announced that all islands of the Hauraki Gulf have entered a prohibited fire season from 1 December, until further notice.
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.
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.
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.
