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Restrictions on outdoor fires ease in Tāmaki Makaurau
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has eased the restrictions on outdoor fires in Auckland City, Waitematā and Counties Manukau from 8am on Monday 7 April, until further notice.
Howick paves the way for safer roads
Students travelling to school in Flat Bush and Howick will now have safer journey options thanks to the completion of two road safety projects funded by Howick Local Board.
Happy Tuk-tuk: go ahead, make my ride
Aroha always, safety first. With its vibrant yellow and purple colours and upbeat karaoke jams, the 'Happy Tuk-tuk' at Ōtara Town Centre is spreading happiness and safety, helping to create a more inviting town centre.
Flaming start to the new year for waste trucks
2025 is off to a fiery start for Auckland’s waste trucks with five rubbish and recycling truck fires in the first two weeks of January.
Council urges Aucklanders to wear lifejackets while on the water over holiday period
Lifejackets save lives. It's that simple.
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.
Ōtara-Papatoetoe gets new emergency preparedness tool
A new plan is set to empower the Ōtara-Papatoetoe community to better prepare for and respond to emergencies.
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.
