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Community 28 Sep 2022

Boost from Women's World Cup for Papakura

Papakura’s McLennan Park, selected as a training venue ahead of next year’s FIFA Women’s World Cup, is to receive a $1.6million upgrade.

Music 28 Sep 2022

Auckland a finalist for Best Global Music City Award

Auckland City of Music | Tāmaki Makaurau Pā Puoro is a finalist for Best Global Music City at the 3rd Annual Music Cities Awards. This follows on from last year’s win as Best Global Music Office.

Elections 28 Sep 2022

What's in it for me? Voting in Auckland's local election

Aucklanders have less than two weeks left to vote for who they think has the greatest vision for Tāmaki Makaurau. This is their chance to have their say and choose.

Council news 28 Sep 2022

New plants for Puhinui Reserve as Auckland Council increases tree canopy in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council has kicked off the recent $13.3 million funding for tree planting across the next decade with a commemorative planting day at Puhinui Reserve.

Community 28 Sep 2022

Reflecting on the achievements of our advisory panels

Auckland Council’s six demographic advisory panels celebrated the end of their term this month.

Council news 27 Sep 2022

Auckland Council votes on the future management of vehicles driving on Muriwai Beach

Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee has voted on the future management of vehicles driving on Te Oneone Rangatira / Muriwai Beach.

Sports / Leisure 27 Sep 2022

Auckland Council approves over $15 million in funding for sport and recreation facilities in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events (PACE) Committee has approved applications totalling $15.3 million from the Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.

Development 27 Sep 2022

Last chance for feedback on changes for more high-density housing

Submissions close this Thursday, 29th September on changes to the city’s planning rulebook allowing for more high-density housing.

Transport 23 Sep 2022

TERP: Auckland’s drive to drive less

In just eight years’ time, transport systems across Auckland will look vastly different. Roads will be less congested, more residents will be biking, walking or using public transport, and our carbon emissions will no longer feature near the top...

Climate action 23 Sep 2022

Applications sought for Auckland climate grants

From Monday 26 September, Auckland Council will be accepting applications from organisations and community groups in the Auckland region for the newly created Auckland Climate Grant programme.

Council news 23 Sep 2022

Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day in Tāmaki Makaurau

New Zealand will mark the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II with a State Memorial Service and one-off public holiday Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Day on Monday 26 September.

21 Sep 2022

Tsunami siren test signals beginning of daylight saving

Tsunami sirens will ring out across north and west Auckland at noon on Sunday 25 September – but there’s no cause for alarm as it’s time for the region’s twice-yearly siren test.

Music 20 Sep 2022

Top youth talent to shine in town hall for the first time

Auckland’s best young talent will compete for top honours in the Auckland Town Hall for the first time ever. The final 26 emerged after the semifinals of Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out (SUSO) talent competition took place over last weekend.

Council news 20 Sep 2022

Auckland Council explores sale of Own-your-own home scheme

Auckland Council’s Finance and Performance Committee has given the green light to divesting its equity share in the Own-your-own home scheme.

Council news 19 Sep 2022

New director appointed to council CCO Tātaki Auckland Unlimited

Tourism industry expert Graeme Stephens takes up board role.

Council news 19 Sep 2022

Acknowledging Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in Tāmaki Makaurau

Find out where you can sign a condolence book for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.