Cyclone Updates
The latest information on Auckland Council's response to Cyclone Gabrielle and the recent flooding in Auckland.
For information on facility closures and services, visit the Auckland Council website - Interruptions to council services
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A day in the life of a volunteer
We meet one of the volunteers from Auckland Council helping Aucklanders in their time of need.
Mayor extends local state of emergency for another week, as cyclone risk grows
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has extended the duration of the local state of emergency for another week, in accordance with section 71(2) of the Civil Defence and Emergency Management Act 2002.
Rain drain: Northcote’s new stormwater infrastructure tested to the max
The record-breaking downpour in Auckland tested Northcote’s new stormwater infrastructure to the max.
From response and immediate recovery to the Big Auckland Clean Up
Auckland is starting to shift its focus from the emergency response and immediate recovery to the Big Auckland Clean Up.
Focus turns to Big Auckland Clean Up
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown says Auckland Council and the region is shifting its focus from the emergency response and immediate recovery to the Big Auckland Clean Up.
Auckland Council offers advice for Aucklanders ahead of Waitangi weekend
Whatever people’s plans, Auckland Council would like to provide Aucklanders and our visitors with some key things they need to enjoy the weekend safely.
What the flood clean-up means for food businesses affected
Power cuts, water shortages and flood damage have had a significant impact on some food businesses around Tāmaki Makaurau, and Auckland Council is urging businesses to check guidelines on reopening a food business after a civil emergency.
Stormwater pipe networks during a flood event
Auckland’s recent intense rainfall was the largest rain event since 1869 (NIWA). The sheer amount was just too much for the city’s stormwater pipe network to cope with.