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Council news 26 Jun 2026

Aucklanders set to benefit from more resilient infrastructure

Watercare has completed its $75 million Auckland-wide flood recovery programme, with final works now finished at Leigh Scenic Reserve in Bay View.

Development 26 Jun 2026

Breathing new life into Old Papatoetoe

There’s a spring in the step of the children who live in this freshly regenerated Auckland neighbourhood.

Emergency Recovery 26 Jun 2026

From crisis to resilience: Storm recovery office wraps up

Over three years, the recovery office has coordinated a $2 billion programme in partnership with the Crown to help Auckland rebuild after the 2023 severe weather events.

Things to do 25 Jun 2026

11 stellar things to do over the winter school holidays in Tāmaki Makaurau

There’s no need to hibernate this winter when Tāmaki Makaurau is brimming with out-of-this-world fun for tamariki over the winter school holidays.

Zero Waste 24 Jun 2026

Book your inorganic collection and give preloved items a second life

Auckland Council’s inorganic collection is a simple way to clear clutter while helping your community and the environment.

Have your say 23 Jun 2026

What’s important where you live? Have your say on local priorities

From 23 June to 23 July, people can give feedback on draft Local Board Plans that will help set local priorities through to 2029. 

Council news 23 Jun 2026

Council AI tool saves Aucklanders up to nine minutes per request

'Ask Auckland Council' is saving users around eight to nine minutes compared to calling the contact centre.

Council news 22 Jun 2026

“IVF for Seaweed” - hope for Hauraki Gulf restoration

Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson is celebrating early progress in Auckland Council’s innovative marine restoration pilot.

Community news 22 Jun 2026

Auckland and Fukuoka celebrate 40 years of friendship

This year, Auckland and Fukuoka are celebrating 40 years of making our friendship official.  

Policies / Regulations 18 Jun 2026

One ‘front door’ for hospo: new council's digital hub makes licensing simpler

Cutting through the red tape, Auckland Council’s digital Hospo Hub helps hospitality businesses get started sooner.

Mayor 18 Jun 2026

Auckland’s Budget: Councillors Face the Truth to Keep Future Rates Down

When it comes to managing the region's finances, facing reality is the only credible way to protect our ratepayers.

Community news 17 Jun 2026

Celebrating the heroes forging a stronger, greener, more connected Tāmaki Makaurau

This week is National Volunteer Week celebrating volunteers who contribute to community initiatives of all kinds.

Council news 16 Jun 2026

How Auckland Council’s deconstruction approach is building a circular future

A new deconstruction approach is helping keep viable homes and materials in use, create local jobs, and support Māori and Pasifika owned enterprises. 

Things to do 16 Jun 2026

Why Papakura is your next staycation destination

If you’re looking for a refreshing weekend escape that perfectly blends culture, community, and incredible nature, it’s time to rediscover Papakura, or explore it for the first time. 

Environment 12 Jun 2026

Kōkako baby boom brings new life and a little chaos to the Hūnua Ranges

The birds are back and they've brought the kids; the kōkako kindergarten hits a new high signalling a thriving future.

Māori outcomes 12 Jun 2026

New forum brings mana whenua, Auckland Council, DOC together for Waitākere Ranges

The first meeting of the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum has launched discussions on the future care of the Waitākere Ranges.