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Reminder: categorisation programme is closed

Following recent bad weather, the Recovery Office has noted an increase in homeowners asking to join the categorisation programme.

Key events coming up for storm-affected communities

Keep up to date with all the community events.

Check out storm materials for your DIY project

If you’re about to dive into some DIY, check out the materials from storm-damaged homes that are available at your community recycling centre.

Coatesville bridge replacement begins

Work to replace the Mill Flat Road Bridge in Coatesville is underway, with contractors on site clearing vegetation and carrying out stormwater works.

Southern Rural Strategy will cultivate industry, resilience and communities

New notable trees ready for recognition

A fresh batch of Auckland’s leafy landmarks have been put forward to be preserved on the notable tree schedule

Auckland Council announces first stage of CCO Reform

Auckland Council’s Chief Executive, Phil Wilson, has confirmed the final decisions of the Council-Controlled Organisation (CCO) Reform consultation with staff across the Auckland Council Group.

Asbestos-containing material washing up on some east Auckland beaches

Auckland Council is aware that pieces of asbestos-containing material (ACM) have been washing up along Auckland’s eastern coastline.

Albert Park end of Victoria Street’s linear park OPENS

Watched over by the ancient trees of Albert Park, four new trees - pūriri, pōhutukawa, titoki and rewarewa - now shade Victoria Street East.

Watercare upgrades water network to support future growth in Pukekohe and Buckland

Watercare has completed a $2m project to ultimately increase the capacity of the water network in Pukekohe and Buckland.

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that exemplifies smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

New trees usher in next stage of Victoria Street’s linear park

The ancient trees of Albert Park watched over the arrival of four newcomers in Victoria Street East last week - between Lorne Street and Albert Park.

New notable trees ready for recognition

A fresh batch of Auckland’s leafy landmarks have been put forward to be preserved on the notable tree schedule

Guardians of the Gulf: meet the summer biosecurity champions

Pest free paradise: how kiwi environmentalists have helped protect our gulf islands.

5 ways Māngere Community Enviro Hub is helping the community grow

With food gardens, educational workshops and hāngī events, Māngere Community Enviro Hub is helping the South Auckland community to embrace sustainability.

Auckland Regional Parks track update

This the first update in a series covering what’s been done and what’s to come in Auckland Council’s efforts to maintain and renew our extensive network of regional park tracks.

New notable trees ready for recognition

A fresh batch of Auckland’s leafy landmarks have been put forward to be preserved on the notable tree schedule

Auckland Regional Parks track update

This the first update in a series covering what’s been done and what’s to come in Auckland Council’s efforts to maintain and renew our extensive network of regional park tracks.

Off-leash dogs on sports fields pose serious risk to children and players

Unleashed dogs on sports fields threaten safety of kids.

Auckland Council botanical pioneer retires

After 48 years and many career highlights, Auckland Council’s Manager of Auckland Botanic Gardens Jack Hobbs is stepping down.   

Safe rail bridges coming for Glen Innes, Takaanini and Te Mahia

New pedestrian overbridges at Glen Innes, Takaanini and Te Mahia stations will improve safety and support more frequent and reliable train services when the City Rail Link opens.

Auckland Transport seeks feedback on unclogging Dominion Road congestion

Auckland Transport (AT) is asking for feedback to change the operating hours of Dominion Road’s southbound bus lane by one hour, to help improve congestion and keep your city moving.

Council gives support to accelerate level crossing removals

Auckland Council today approved acceleration of the programme to remove level crossings at Takaanini and Glen Innes.

80% of 800+ slips on local roads repaired in Auckland

Auckland Transport’s flood recovery programme is ahead of schedule with 80% of more than 800 large road slips repaired

Check out storm materials for your DIY project

If you’re about to dive into some DIY, check out the materials from storm-damaged homes that are available at your community recycling centre.

Blaze sparks wake-up call: Auckland Council urges industry vigilance on battery disposal

Due to the Lithium fire fallout, Auckland Council says industry must play by the rules

Rodney moving to council rubbish collections

Rodney residents will have council rubbish collections funded by residential property rates from 1 September 2025.

Oriental fruit fly restrictions lifted – Birkdale area

Controls on the movement of fruit and vegetables in Auckland’s Birkdale area have been lifted after no further evidence of the Oriental fruit fly was found in the area.