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Targetted Communities
Auckland Council supports social enterprise by cleaning up with Will&Able
Auckland Council, Auckland Transport and Auckland Unlimited have swung their support behind a Papatoetoe based social enterprise company by purchasing cleaning products for their office kitchens and cafeterias.
Partnership to create 700 new jobs
700 new jobs on Auckland infrastructure and related environmental projects will be created over the next year, thanks to a $4.3 million dollar partnership launched this morning by Social Development Minister Carmel Sepuloni and Auckland Mayor Phil...
Launch of Ngā Puna Pūkenga – Skills for Industry programme
The Ministry of Social Development is partnering with Auckland Council to support people into sustainable, full-time employment.
The Māori economy shows the path to prosperity
Fostering success in the Māori economy helps improve outcomes right across Tāmaki Makaurau.
Recovery
Voting open for Roskill-Wesley storm recovery initiatives
Locals in Mt Roskill and Wesley are taking the next step in shaping their recovery from the 2023 storms, with voting now open for community-led projects to bring to life.
Answering the call: Ahuroa's recovery story
Ahuroa has emerged from their storm recovery more connected and better prepared for future events.
Mount Roskill-Wesley’s recovery from the early 2023 storms
In early 2023 communities across Mt Roskill and Wesley (Ōwairaka) were impacted by flooding.
Future use of storm-affected land
What Auckland Council is doing with storm-affected land.
Council News
Auckland regional parks - track updates
Auckland Council is moving ahead with more track upgrades and safety improvements across regional parks this year, providing renewed access to popular walking destinations and building even more resilience across the network.
Roadmap approved for Auckland’s future transport spending
Auckland Council has signed off its first-ever transport policy statement
Archaeologists’ important role in Auckland’s regional parks
With Archaeology Week 2026 upon us, we thought we’d shine a light on this important mahi.
Let’s talk about fuel
We've have been taking a hard look at how we use fuel, where we can make changes and savings, and how increased fuel prices are affecting our budget and the everyday lives of Aucklanders.
Development News
City Rail Link
Fuel disruption brings City Rail Link benefits into sharper focus
‘A more productive Auckland is not only more competitive in attracting people, skills, and investment; ultimately it’s a more liveable place for everyone’ – Gary Blick.
Auckland celebrates an air quality ‘victory lap’
Auckland Council-led changes to street layouts - Queen St, Quay St, Victoria St and Karangahape Rd – have reduced NO₂ pollution.
Northcote's new community hub awarded Green Star Design rating
Great news for Northcote!
Get the facts on Auckland’s future housing plan
Worried about what you’ve heard about Plan Change 120? Here are the facts explaining what it does — and what it doesn’t do.
Our Environment
There’s a quiet kind of magic in moving birds
Small birds, big journey: pōpokotea on the move to Mataia
Auckland Air Quality 101: navigating the air of the isthmus
'Positioned between two harbours, the city exists in a state of constant dialogue with the sea' - Gustavo Olivares Pino
Kārearea chicks confirmed in the Hūnua Ranges
A rare raptor takes flight: kārearea fledglings in Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges.
Feathered freeloader turns island shed into a nursery
No rent, no rules: kiwi dad squats in Kawau shed.
Parks and Playgrounds
Key section of Te Whau Pathway open to Aucklanders
How would you like to walk or cycle alongside the Whau awa?
5 fantastic Auckland boardwalks to visit this winter
Auckland has many great walking trails designed to adapt to our rainy climate, with beautiful boardwalks that allow you to explore the outdoors while keeping your shoes dry.
Vehicle access to Mahurangi Regional Park closed until further notice
Due to the impacts of extensive rainfall in our region this week, vehicle access to Mahurangi Regional Park is now closed until further notice.
Unmissable family-friendly fun in Tāmaki Makaurau this 2026
Tāmaki Makaurau is bursting with family-friendly activities year-round, offering something for every interest and budget.
Transport News
Transforming Wellesley Street for better connectivity
As midtown turns into a thriving commercial, retail, residential and entertainment neighbourhood, new powerlines and ducting have been installed and 150-year-old water systems have been improved below the surface.
Trial brings new phone charging benches to Auckland central bus stops
Auckland Transport (AT) has launched a trial of smart, solar powered benches at four busy city centre bus stops.
New midtown ‘green link’ edges closer, as next part of Victoria Street cycleway opens
“Construction fences around these midtown works are diminishing and the quality of design and careful staging of the renewal are visible.”
Auckland Transport’s fareshare cuts costs and emissions
Auckland businesses are turning to a new public transport initiative to cut costs, reduce emissions, and attract talent.
Waste Updates
Learn how to be a confident composter - it’s easier than you think
If you believe composting is only for people who have big gardens and green thumbs as it’s too complicated, think again!
Auckland startup designing waste out of bottled water finds global success
GridAKL, Anew gained access to shared workspace, a network of founders and industry connections that helped the company move from early development into growth.
Waste services during Cyclone Vaianu
Key information available on rubbish collections which may be impacted by the upcoming cyclone.
$592,000 to support schools and communities to cut waste
More than 40 schools, community groups and businesses are sharing $592,000 through Auckland Council’s Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund.