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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.
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.
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.
Southern Rural Strategy will cultivate industry, resilience and communities
A new strategy for how and where Auckland’s southern rural area will grow and change over the next 30 years has been approved by Auckland’s Policy and Planning Committee.
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.
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.
Ōrewa Library team apply the finishing touches
A $6.3 million Auckland Council investment to renew the Ōrewa public library has finished ahead of schedule, with new doors set to glide open from 19 May.
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.
Harbour tunnelling gets underway as part of Watercare’s transformational southwest wastewater scheme
Next week Watercare will start tunnelling a new harbour outfall at Clarks Beach as part of the southwest wastewater servicing scheme.
Local environment prioritised, thanks to targeted rate
A targeted rate that protects and restores Auckland’s environment is delivering beyond its investment, thanks to the support of partners and volunteers.
Pest eradication to remove wallabies and possums from Kawau Island gets under way
The first stage of Auckland Council's project with landowners and residents on an operation to restore native forest on Kawau Island by removing wallabies and possums is under way.
Watercare director appointed
Auckland Council has appointed Rukumoana Schaafhausen as director of Watercare Services Limited (Watercare).
Auckland Council to consult on the future use of Western Springs Stadium
You can have your say on the future use of Western Springs Stadium from 19 May until 15 June 2025
Hihi thrive in new regional park home
A conservation effort led by Auckland Council rangers to assist one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most treasured native birds is delivering groundbreaking results.
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.
Watercare completes new $115m watermain 20% under budget
A final piece of Watercare’s $115 million new watermain carrying water to west and central Auckland was slotted into place recently
