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Engage all five senses with activities to soothe the soul

Let your five senses take you on an adventure to discover the sights, sounds, smells, textures and tastes of Tāmaki Makaurau.

Safeswim recognised by World Economic Forum 2023

The World Economic Forum 2023 has selected Auckland Council’s Safeswim as one of three winners of the Digital Twin Cities Global Pioneer Project.

Update on damaged home on Scenic Drive

An update from Auckland Council Compliance Manager Adrian Wilson

Hūnua Traverse set to open

Two sections of the Hūnua Traverse mountain bike trail will open on 1 July.

Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board (Ōtara subdivision) by-election result

New member to join Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Board

Community fueled by America’s Cup equipment

Matariki Week One Highlights

Prepare for a world of Matariki wonder from 11 – 22 July with Matariki Festival.

Matariki ki te Manawa 2023 – city centre highlights

From 11 to 22 July, Matariki Festival will fill Tāmaki Makaurau with learning experiences, lighting splendour, storytelling, kōrero, music, art and much more.

Matariki Week Two Highlights

As we celebrate our world, our people and our home this Matariki season, there are plenty of Matariki Festival events for whānau to enjoy.

Kua tū anō te Taiopenga mō Matariki ki Tāmaki Makaurau i te tau 2023

Matariki Festival returns to Tāmaki Makaurau for 2023.

Promising early results in the fight to conserve rōhutu from myrtle rust

It’s over six years since winds blew a new fungal pathogen onto our shores. The arrival of myrtle rust has seen many of our native species infected with the fungus.

Council Chief Executive confirms departure date

Jim Stabback to depart council in early July. Phil Wilson steps up as Acting CE.

Auckland Council appoints Acting CEO

Mayor Wayne Brown has announced Phil Wilson has been appointed Auckland Council’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, following the resignation of current CEO Jim Stabback in February.

Mayor backs proposed blue-green networks

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has doubled down on his support for the flood risk reduction programme ‘Making Space For Water’ by backing proposed blue-green network solutions in suitable areas throughout the region.

Tāmaki Makaurau Māori seats consultation confirmed

Auckland Council’s Governing Body has adopted the consultation document for Māori seats, with public feedback open from 21 August until 24 September.

Town's murals paint a path forward

Murals added to the Pukekohe streetscape recognise the area's difficult past.