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Dogs 7 Nov 2025

Auckland Council secures conviction and fine in long-running case against rural dog daycare

Judge slams “blatant disregard” for law in repeat dog daycare offending.

Environment 30 Oct 2025

A costly cut, $29,000 fine as Judge tells arborist “You should know better”

No insurance safety net as RMA changes hit rule-breaking arborists.

Council news 24 Jul 2025

Council moves urgently to clarify rules on helicopter use in residential areas

Policy and Planning Committee voted to pursue two actions to clarify and strengthen the rules in the Auckland Unitary Plan.

Policies / Regulations 23 Jul 2025

Early signs that Auckland’s Local Alcohol Policy is reducing alcohol harm

Initial research shows strong community support for Auckland’s Local Alcohol Policy (LAP), with early signs it may be reducing levels of alcohol-related harm.  

Policies / Regulations 16 Jun 2025

Experienced property owners convicted for persistent RMA breaches across Auckland homes

Serious offending by investors who ignored notices, profited from unlawful dwellings

Council news 10 Apr 2025

Higher bar for consenting helipads on Waiheke and Aotea Great Barrier

Auckland Council wants your views on a proposal to tighten rules for consenting new helipads on Waiheke and Aotea Great Barrier islands.

Community 19 Feb 2025

Have your say on proposed updates to Cemetery and Crematoria Bylaw

Have your say on proposed updates to Auckland Council’s Cemetery and Crematoria Bylaw until 23 February 2025.

Council news 21 Jan 2025

Have your say on proposed changes to Auckland’s dog rules

Changes to where dogs can go on and off-leash are being proposed for some parks and beaches.

Council news 16 Dec 2024

Heavy fine for unauthorised tree trimming on Devonport clifftop

Non compliance with environmental rules brings hefty fine.

Policies / Regulations 9 Dec 2024

New rules for alcohol sales start today

Changes to the hours that alcohol can be sold at licensed shops take effect in Auckland from 9 December 2024.

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.

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.

Policies / Regulations 3 Dec 2024

Help shape some of Auckland's rules in the new year

Have your say on two policies and bylaws in 2025 to help shape the local rules in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Policies / Regulations 27 Nov 2024

Auckland’s new alcohol rules coming soon

The changes come in from 9 December under Auckland's new local alcohol policy.