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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.

Safety 9 Dec 2024

Got a backyard pool? Make sure you know the rules… 

As the weather heats up and Aucklanders turn to backyard pools to stay cool, the council is once again urging pool-owners to stay vigilant to keep our tamariki safe.  

Community 5 Dec 2024

Keeping the community safe: On patrol with the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Pacific Wardens

The Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Pacific Wardens stand strong, looking out for trouble and helping their community.

Safety 30 Oct 2024

Think of others and use fireworks safely this Guy Fawkes season

Here’s a reminder on the rules and tips, so you, your friends and whānau can enjoy fireworks safely.  

Community 29 Aug 2024

Last call: Council adopts local alcohol policy for Auckland

It’s been almost a decade in the making - Auckland’s local alcohol policy will come into effect in two stages, taking full effect in December 2024.

Council news 19 Aug 2024

Crime down in the city centre as new safety plan gets approval

A new plan for enhancing safety in the city centre has been endorsed by the Regulatory and Safety Committee.

Policies / Regulations 15 Aug 2024

Local alcohol policy due to go before council

Auckland Council will decide when the policy will come into effect at a future meeting of its governing body.

Council news 11 Jul 2024

Addressing homelessness calls for empathy before enforcement

When it comes to assisting rough sleepers into housing, taking the time to listen is the first step.

Waste 21 May 2024

Rubbish truck fires from lithium batteries on the rise

Nine recycling and rubbish trucks have caught fire in Auckland in the first three months of the year compared with 13 for the whole of last year.

Council news 9 Jan 2024

City Centre Advisory Panel Update – Safety and Recovery

Safety in the central city and its post-Pandemic recovery were two key topics of discussion at the City Centre Advisory Panel meeting on Monday 11 September 2023.

Safety 8 Nov 2023

Top tips for a safe Guy Fawkes season

You may enjoy letting off fireworks but they can be a cause for concern for others.

Council news 1 Jun 2023

Auckland Council allocates the $2 million Local Crime Fund to local boards and Business Improvement Districts

Auckland Council’s Regulatory and Safety Committee has approved the allocation of the $2 million Local Crime Fund from central government to local boards and Business Improvement Districts (BID) across the region.

Community 5 May 2023

Police recognition for hard-working staffer

Auckland Council staffer recognised by Police for work to keep beach safe over summer.

Council news 27 May 2022

Auckland Council appeals for public help after spate of thefts and vandalism

The council is asking Aucklanders to be vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour to the Police, following a spate of thefts and vandalism to public art pieces across the region.

Council news 10 Dec 2021

Councillor Fa'anānā Efeso Collins: Homelessness is not anti-social behaviour

Cr Collins gives his opinion on homelessness in Auckland.

Council news 26 Nov 2021

Auckland Council supports City Mission’s Auckland Angels appeal

Auckland Council is throwing its support behind Auckland City Mission’s ‘Auckland Angels’ appeal, helping to ensure Aucklanders in greatest need can celebrate Christmas after a particularly tough year.