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Auckland Council raises $1 billion in Green Bonds
Auckland Council has surpassed $1 billion in funds raised through the sustainable finance framework.
Council backs business through COVID-19 battle
The council has agreed to extend the postponement of rates for ratepayers impacted by COVID-19
Auckland Council has one of the highest credit ratings in NZ
Auckland Council’s strong AA credit rating has been reaffirmed by international agency S&P Global Ratings.
Auckland Council Group’s financial results pave way for recovery
Auckland Council’s Annual Report shows the Council Group continuing to deliver on its record capital investment programme, with infrastructure spending of $2.5 billion, despite COVID-19 lockdowns and supply chain challenges.
Auckland Council seeks feedback on new Significance and Engagement policy
Auckland Council is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to the Significance and Engagement Policy, which provides guidance on how the council receives and considers community views when making decisions.
Council to launch consultation on new Contributions Policy
The council has approved a new draft Contributions Policy for consultation. Aucklanders can have their say from 20 September 2021.
Explainer: Development Contributions Review
The council is conducting a review of its contributions policy. Here’s everything you need to know.
Release of updated property values delayed until December
As a result of COVID-19 restrictions, the release of updated property values for the Auckland region has been delayed.
Revaluation 2021: Everything you need to know
Updated property values for all properties in the Auckland region will be available in December 2021.
COVID-19: Financial support available if you are struggling
If you are worried about paying your rates, there are options available to you to make life a bit easier.
Council in solid position to manage COVID-19 impact on finances
Contingency planning in the council’s budgets mean it is well prepared to respond to any financial impacts from the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Auckland Council endorses C40 fossil fuel divestment declaration
The Environment and Climate Change Committee has today unanimously endorsed the C40 Cities Divest/Invest Declaration, reaffirming Auckland Council’s policy of not investing in companies involved in the production of fossil fuels and committing to championing investments in the green economy.
Rising strong: The budget of recovery
The impact of COVID-19 on the council’s finances has been severe, but the prospect of a slash and burn budget was never a consideration.
Auckland Council formally adopts record $32 billion Recovery Budget
Auckland Council’s Governing Body has formally adopted the 10-year Budget 2021-2031, locking in a record $31.8 billion investment package to support the city’s recovery from COVID-19 and deliver the infrastructure Aucklanders need.
Auckland dwelling consents set another record
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says the latest figures for dwelling consents issued in Auckland over the past year show the progress the city is making towards addressing its long-running housing supply issues.
Auckland Council passes $32 billion Recovery Budget
Auckland Council’s Finance and Performance Committee has strongly supported Mayor Phil Goff’s $31.8 billion Recovery Budget proposal, and the Budget will now be formally adopted by the Governing Body next month.
