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Council news 24 Nov 2023

‘Next piece of the puzzle’ – completion of downtown Auckland’s transformation in sight with new mixed-use precinct

A bold, world-class mixed-use precinct in the city centre is set to complete the revitalisation of downtown Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland.

Emergency Recovery 21 Nov 2023

Property categorisation explainer

Extreme weather in 2023 damaged many homes across Tāmaki Makaurau, and we are working to place properties into three categories, based on a new Government risk framework

Hauraki Gulf 20 Nov 2023

The State of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park, Tīkapa Moana, Te Moananui-ā-Toi… in 2173

The State of the Hauraki Gulf 2173 report presents a fictional future state of the Hauraki Gulf - 150 years from now – and using the best available science works backwards to show how we could achieve those gains.

Council news 16 Nov 2023

Auckland Council endorses joint team to explore ‘time of use’ charging in Tāmaki Makaurau

The Transport and Infrastructure Committee has endorsed the Time of Use Charging - Indicative Work Programme, and the creation of a joint Auckland Transport and Auckland Council programme team to progress time of use charging.

Council news 16 Nov 2023

Rāhui on Waitematā Harbour lifted as water quality improves

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei – the tangata whenua and ahi kā of central Tāmaki Makaurau – held a karakia at Ōkahu Bay Thursday morning to formally lift the rāhui over Waitematā Harbour.

Council news 14 Nov 2023

How do we put freshwater first?

Freshwater rules are changing in Tāmaki Makaurau and it’s time for Aucklanders to have their say on how to improve the region’s rivers, lakes and streams.

Council news 14 Nov 2023

Auckland Council already at $38.1 million of its $50 million annual savings target

Auckland Council has achieved $38.1 million towards the $50 million operating savings target for the 2023/2024 financial year.

Christmas 13 Nov 2023

Auckland Council throws support behind City Mission’s Auckland Angels appeal

We're asking for unwrapped gift donations from the public to help ensure that those in need don’t miss out this Christmas

Council news 7 Nov 2023

Own or live near a dam? Have your say now

Auckland's proposed Dangerous Dams Policy is now open for consultation

Council news 6 Nov 2023

Auckland Council welcomes funding to manage freedom camping this summer

The council has secured government funding to put towards educating the public on the rules around freedom camping.

Council news 3 Nov 2023

Improving Auckland’s water quality through your targeted rates

In Auckland, we’ve seen our relationship with water challenged. Auckland Council’s Water Quality Targeted Rate offers a dedicated programme to protect Auckland’s waterways.

Council news 3 Nov 2023

How your targeted rates are working to protect the environment

We know Aucklanders love our natural environment. Targeted rates are ring-fenced for the purpose they are collected and the Natural Environment Targeted Rate is one of the ways we protect our environment.

Council news 2 Nov 2023

Auckland Council staff take in 29 abandoned puppies in 24 hours

Auckland Council Animal Management staff arrived to work at the Manukau Animal Shelter this morning to find a plastic container filled with 20 puppies at the front gate.

Council news 2 Nov 2023

Henderson Streets for People Trial: Moving Forward

The majority of remaining features from the Henderson Streets for People trial are set to be removed from 12 November 2023, marking the end of the trial.

Sports / Leisure 2 Nov 2023

Latest funding round for sport and recreation facilities opens soon

Sports organisations that need major building or infrastructure work are encouraged to apply.

Mayor 1 Nov 2023

Mayor announces new council Chief Executive

Mayor Wayne Brown has today announced the appointment of Phil Wilson as Auckland Council’s new Chief Executive.