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Paws before you leap: a guide to bringing home a dog

Puppy love or rescue hero? Finding the right dog for you.

New Forum begins long-term collaboration for Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area

The newly established Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Forum will hold its first public meeting on Monday 8 June 2026, marking the beginning of a new phase for the long-term care and protection of Te Wao Nui ā Tiriwa - the Waitākere Ranges.

Auckland’s emergency response space ‘stronger together’ after successful AEM-led preparedness forum

Participants had the opportunity to kōrero and share knowledge, and hear from other emergency sector experts.

Levelling up: GridAKL drives Auckland’s gaming industry forward

Auckland Council’s innovation hub, GridAKL, puts the spotlight on the future of gaming with the return of its popular Indie Games Showcase.

Community groups get funding boost across Tāmaki Makaurau

From climate resilience to kapa haka, Auckland Council is helping community groups thrive.

Auckland Council announces new Transport and Infrastructure Director

Highly experienced transport and infrastructure expert Steve Mutton has been appointed as Auckland Council’s new Transport and Infrastructure Director.

A new passage to survival for fairy terns at Te Arai

Tiny bird, big win - saving tara iti one pipe at a time.

There’s a quiet kind of magic in moving birds

Small birds, big journey: pōpokotea on the move to Mataia

Northcote: a shining example of smart growth 

Inside a decade, Northcote has become a residential community that shows smart growth, in line with Auckland Council’s long-term vision for Tāmaki Makaurau.

Top awards for two Auckland Council parks

"These parks are powerful examples of what great partnerships and thoughtful design can deliver for our communities.”

Cross Street unveils 3 light-based murals on CRL doorstep

Classic kung fu movies inspire new female guardian of Cross Street. She looks down the street, sword in hand, balancing strength and sensitivity.

New bilingual children’s book celebrating Samoan culture launches ahead of Samoan Language Week

OPINION: We can’t pipe our way out of climate change; when the pipes fail, water finds its own way

Making Space for Water, not fighting against it.

Auckland Mayor and core leadership protect Auckland’s financial stability

This year’s Annual Plan 2026/2027 has been agreed at the Budget & Performance Committee meeting today at Auckland Town Hall.

Category 2P - Getting on with your work

Category 2P storm risk mitigation: some important information as you move through the construction process

Opinion: The truth about Auckland’s ‘dog killers’ - Rachel Kelleher

Our Community Director, Rachel Kelleher, addresses online misinformation and staff abuse.