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Community 19 Dec 2024

The magic of cinema: Dementia friendly film screenings to be trialled in Auckland

Auckland Council and the Age-Friendly Auckland Implementation Rōpū have secured funding to trial three dementia-friendly film screenings in the new year.

Council news 19 Dec 2024

Annual Plan consultation begins in February

The Annual Plan 2025/2026 is focused on delivering the second year of the Long-term Plan 2024-2034.

Council news 19 Dec 2024

Watercare directors appointed

Auckland Council has appointed Karen Sherry and John Crawford as directors of Watercare Services Limited (Watercare).

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 18 Dec 2024

Are you summer ready? Add your household emergency plan to your holiday checklist

As we head towards the end of the year, it’s important not to forget your household emergency response plan.

Council news 18 Dec 2024

Aucklanders’ targeted rates working for our region

Cr Richard Hills, Chair of the Policy and Planning Committee says that more than $1 billion, collected specifically for environmental programmes, will be spent over the next ten years.

Council news 17 Dec 2024

How to camp like a champ this summer

From rules for freedom campers to the best spots for day-trippers, here’s what you need to know before you go. 

Council news 16 Dec 2024

Wynyard Crossing Bridge reopens to public

Eke Panuku has confirmed Te Wero Wynyard Crossing Bridge is reopened to the public.

Council news 16 Dec 2024

Heavy fine for unauthorised tree trimming on Devonport clifftop

Non compliance with environmental rules brings hefty fine.

Council news 11 Dec 2024

Taking a strategic approach to managing sediment

Auckland Council is taking a strategic approach to how we manage sediment (or bare earth) all with the aim of minimising the impact on our environment.

Community 10 Dec 2024

One Tree Hill College celebrates new sports canopy thanks to $1.2 million council funding

Importantly the turf under the canopy can be used, not just by the school, but by people in the wider community – young and old.

Council news 5 Dec 2024

Have your say: 30-year plan to share the cost of growth

Have your say on the council’s proposed Contributions Policy until 15 November 2024.

Finance 5 Dec 2024

Auckland Future Fund confirms the sale of airport shares

The Auckland Future Fund has confirmed the sale of Auckland Council’s remaining shares in Auckland International Airport Limited (AIAL).

Dogs 4 Dec 2024

Committee backs public consultation on dog rules

Auckland’s Regulatory and Safety Committee has backed plans for public consultation on updates to the region’s dog rules.

Council news 4 Dec 2024

Making Auckland more accessible

Over the past year, Auckland Council has completed a review of how we are tracking toward making our city accessible for everyone.