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Transport 22 Dec 2015

Step forward for East West Connections

The NZ Transport Agency and Auckland Transport have taken another step towards construction of the East West Connections project, confirming that the preferred option will go ahead to the next stage.

Development 16 Dec 2015

Aucklanders flock to use public transport

Auckland’s annual public transport usage is continuing to soar.

Rates 11 Dec 2015

Ask Auckland Council – but not about everything!

If in doubt, ask Auckland Council. That seems to be the thought of many Aucklanders who, when they’re in an unusual or sticky situation, believe the council will have the answer.

Plans / Projects 11 Dec 2015

Mayor’s proposal for Annual Plan 2016/2017 focuses on stability

Auckland Mayor Len Brown on 10 December presented his proposal for the council's 2016/2017 Annual Plan, placing a focus on financial stability.

Transport 30 Nov 2015

Time to get on board: Auckland's bus network

A growing Auckland requires more freedom for residents, businesses and visitors to be able to move around our city.

Environment 24 Nov 2015

Preparing Auckland for rising sea levels

The Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment has released a report on sea level rise, with recommendations for an overhaul of the way New Zealand is preparing for the impacts of climate change.

Transport 24 Nov 2015

Video: Double-decker buses arrive in east Auckland

Double-decker buses are now operating in east Auckland.

Beaches 17 Nov 2015

Auckland scorecard up 19 per cent

Aucklanders are enjoying better public transport, higher incomes, are better educated and have cleaner beaches.

Development 3 Nov 2015

Five years as a united Auckland – Part 2: Finance

In the second part of our six-part series, we look at how the council is investing in Auckland's future.

Cycling 29 Oct 2015

Setting the wheels in motion

Auckland Council is working on various ways to improve public transport, ease traffic congestion and encourage safe, practical options for car-free travel.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Stop thief!

Help reduce property theft from cars with these tips from the police.

Environment 27 Oct 2015

Auckland’s air quality improves: State of Environment report

Auckland Council’s latest State of Environment report shows some positive results for the region’s air quality.

Plans / Projects 21 Oct 2015

New bus lanes and changes to bus stops in CBD

From Sunday 18 October, there will be new bus lanes and some bus stops will be relocated to improve public transport in central Auckland.

Transport 21 Oct 2015

Safety and reliability of Southern Motorway to improve

Transport Minister Simon Bridges and Mayor Len Brown on October 21 turned the first sod on the Southern Corridor Improvements project, marking the start of construction on the second of four government accelerated transport projects for the Auckla...

Development 21 Oct 2015

Mercury Lane entrance for Karangahape Station

The Mercury Lane entrance to the City Rail Link's Karangahape Station will be built first, allowing the second entrance at Beresford Square to be built after the rail link is operational.

Transport 21 Oct 2015

Investing in Auckland’s future

Last month, OurAuckland featured the Auckland Council Group’s annual report with some of our key projects and achievements delivered in the past year.