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Community 30 May 2019

The Māori economy shows the path to prosperity

Fostering success in the Māori economy helps improve outcomes right across Tāmaki Makaurau.

Community 24 May 2019

Lack of accessible housing a key issue for Disability Advisory Panel

Auckland Council's Disability Advisory Panel recently discussed the theme of accessible housing throughout the region.

Transport 23 May 2019

The link between safer streets and healthy kids

Professor Erica Hinckson writes about the importance of kids staying active and healthy, and the role that transport can play.

Sports / Leisure 15 May 2019

Netball, table tennis, hockey and BMX among sports to receive $5m council funding

Auckland Council has agreed $5 million in funding to eight sports organisations across Auckland in the first funding round from its new Sports and Recreation Fund.

Community 13 May 2019

Making Auckland an age-friendly city

Auckland Council is inviting older people to share their ideas on ways to help make Auckland an age-friendly city.

Transport 10 May 2019

Creating healthy travel options in Tāmaki Makaurau

The Healthy Streets Alliance Auckland wants streets to be slower and safer for everyone.

Waste 10 May 2019

Have your say on Auckland's waste bylaw

Public consultation is underway on proposed changes to how Auckland Council regulates waste management and minimisation.

Arts 6 May 2019

Funding announced for stories, dance and Auckland’s creative arts

Auckland Council's Community Development and Safety Committee approves $324,538 for regional arts and culture at its April meeting.

Community 3 May 2019

Auckland - is it the best place for Pasifika to live?

A recent debate provided a forum to discuss issues of importance to Pacific communities, including housing, civic participation and belonging.

Housing 23 Apr 2019

Consents hit record high in Auckland

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says Auckland Council is on a recruiting drive for consenting staff to keep pace with the record rate of building in Auckland.

Transport 17 Apr 2019

Car transporters parking under investigation

Auckland Transport wants to find a solution to the issue of car transporters being loaded and unloaded on suburban streets.

Plans / Projects 16 Apr 2019

Steady progress towards a world-class city

The second quarterly progress update on the council’s financial management and performance against the 10-year Budget.

Plans / Projects 15 Apr 2019

Electoral ward changes will affect some voters in October local elections

The Local Government Commission has upheld Auckland Council’s proposed changes to electoral ward boundaries.

Plans / Projects 12 Apr 2019

Auckland Council scoops top award for local government excellence

Auckland Council has scooped the prestigious Supreme Award at the 2019 McGredy Winder SOLGM Local Government Excellence awards.

Waste 12 Apr 2019

Improved safety for pedestrians at St Georges Road, Avondale

New pedestrian gates near train tracks in Avondale are making it safer for pedestrians, especially school children.

Community 10 Apr 2019

Fresh, people-led approach for smokefree communities

The Environment and Community Committee has approved a plan to develop smokefree communities in Auckland.