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Environment 5 Jul 2018

Two myrtle rust infections confirmed in south Auckland

The Ministry for Primary Industries has confirmed two myrtle rust infections in south Auckland within the last month.

Environment 5 Jul 2018

Waiheke environment gets a boost

The Waiheke Local Board has approved funding for four initiatives designed to safeguard the island’s environment.

Environment 4 Jul 2018

Some heroes wear feathers

A team of chickens hunting down plague skinks on Aotea Great Barrier are now giving the Auckland community an egg-cellent gift as well.

Transport 4 Jul 2018

Bus stop a welcome addition to Māngere Bridge

The new shelter on the corner of Church and Coronation Road was made possible by the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board and Auckland Transport.

Plans / Projects 4 Jul 2018

Budget boost for Hibiscus and Bays

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board area will benefit from more than $25 million of funding in 2018/2019.

Plans / Projects 4 Jul 2018

Budget delivers multi-million dollar investment for Rodney

Funding for parks, community services, sport and community facilities follows the agreement of Auckland Council’s 10-year budget.

Plans / Projects 4 Jul 2018

Tāmaki Link bus improves connections between the eastern bays and Britomart

Beginning Sunday 8 July, the new service will run at least every 15 minutes from 7am to midnight.

Beaches 3 Jul 2018

$30m wastewater pump station dramatically cuts overflows at Shoal Bay

Mayor Phil Goff has opened Watercare’s new $30 million pump station designed to protect Shoal Bay from wastewater overflows.

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