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Protecting the Tūpuna Maunga: Annual Closures in Place
The Tūpuna Maunga Authority will be closing Auckland’s ancestral maunga (mountains) during Guy Fawkes from Saturday 2 November to Tuesday 5 November 2024 to protect them from fires.
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited’s sustainability story for 2023/24
Annual snapshot of climate action and sustainability initiatives.
Goodbye Dunkirk Rd: Watercare moves out after wastewater upgrades
It’s official! Watercare has moved out from Dunkirk Rd.
ShakeOut drill a chance for Aucklanders to prepare for a real life earthquake
The national earthquake drill and tsunami hīkoi will take place on Thursday 24 October at 9.30am.
Update
Progress towards Auckland’s climate goals puts resilience at the forefront
Auckland Council’s Te Tāruke-ā-Tāwhiri: Auckland’s Climate Plan 2024 progress snapshot.
New contracts awarded for outsourced pools and leisure centres
Auckland Council has approved the award of new contracts for the operation of 20 pools and leisure centres across the region, that are outsourced.
Auckland Council appoints Watercare board chair
The council’s Performance and Appointments Committee today appointed Geoff Hunt to be the chair of the Watercare Board with effect from 12 October 2024.
New timeline for property revaluation
Auckland Council is in the process of delivering its three-yearly property revaluations, ahead of the 2025/2026 rating year.
Auckland’s cultural institutions collaborate to deliver improvements
A significant milestone has been reached as Auckland’s major cultural organisations join forces to tackle long-standing challenges and enhance collaboration.
Eke Panuku Development Auckland directors appointed
Auckland Council has appointed Brett Ellison and Aaron Hockly as directors of Eke Panuku Development Auckland.
Many dog owners unable to properly care for their pets, annual report reveals
The council has a plea for Aucklanders as new Animal Management data is revealed.
October explainer: Returning the Te Wero Wynyard Crossing Bridge to service
The Te Wero Wynyard Crossing Bridge has been closed since March 2024 to undergo a significant programme of preventative maintenance works.
Milford to Takapuna Walkway
A section of the walkway is closed. A road-based detour is available.
Final proposal for representation arrangements for the 2025 elections open for appeals and objections
Auckland Council has publicly notified its final proposal for representation arrangements across the region ahead of the 2025 local body elections.
Working together to protect Auckland’s natural environment
Aucklanders will soon be asked for their feedback on Auckland Council’s ‘Let’s protect our environment’ consultation.
Watercare’s three-stage solution for Judges Bay
Watercare’s three-stage plan to replace the flood-damaged wastewater main beneath the Parnell Rose Garden is underway at the intersection of Judges Bay and Bridgewater roads.
