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Mayor calls for practical solutions to congestion
Mayor Brown is advocating for a Time of Use Charge as a solution to manage demand on the city’s motorways and major roads at peak times. Local traffic modelling shows Aucklanders sit in traffic for 29 million hours a year.

Council’s value for money programme gains momentum
Revenue, Expenditure and Value Committee chair Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson says in addition to Better Value Projects, the council has made great progress on savings, with $43.2 million already achieved.

First test train journeys through City Rail Link
A test train has now completed its first trip through the full length of the City Rail Link (CRL) tunnel in Auckland, representing a critical step forward in public transport for our largest city

News - Auckland over 80% through storm recovery
Auckland Council has made strong and steady progress in its recovery efforts from the 2023 storms, completing more than 80% of priority activities two years on.

Mayor makes the most of Auckland’s harbours and environment
Over the past three months, the Karanga Plaza Tidal Steps have been transformed into a multi-purpose swimming area enclosed by floating pontoons. The area features a 33m-long harbour pool with four roped swimming lanes

Mayor proposes to make council more democratic with major reforms
Mayor Wayne Brown has released his Draft Mayoral Proposal for Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2025-26, confirming proposed changes to council-controlled organisations.

CCO Reform: Frequently asked questions
All the FAQs on Mayor Wayne Brown’s proposed reform of council-controlled organisations.

Auckland Council savings hit $337m in the last three years
Auckland Council has exceeded its annual operating savings target, with $60.2 million saved in the 2023/24 financial year. This contributes to $332 million in savings over the last three years.