Safety

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Community 13 Nov 2024

Why dog safety education matters in schools

Every year, hundreds of people need medical care for dog attacks in Auckland, leading Auckland Council to unleash a new animal management team to deal with roaming dogs.

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.  

Health / Wellbeing 22 Oct 2024

Safe space for rangatahi opens in Takapuna Library

North Shore rangatahi (young people) now have more access to support around family violence, bullying and mental wellbeing with a dedicated safe space in the Takapuna Library. 

Development 22 Oct 2024

Birkenhead gets glow up with lighting upgrade

Birkenhead town centre’s streets are now safer and more inviting for pedestrians and motorists thanks to a major upgrade to its lighting systems.

Community 17 Sep 2024

Safer Shores - Bucklands Beach Safety improvements begin

Plans for proposed safety measures have been changed to be more effective thanks to community feedback, Howick Local Board, Bucklands and Eastern Beaches Residents Associations.

Community 11 Sep 2024

United for a Safer Hunters Corner

After a surge in violent incidents, Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board and Indian Retailers' Association appeal to Mayor and Governing Body for enhanced security at Hunters Corner.

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.