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Cultural 16 Sep 2022

Celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori with Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau

Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland Council) is participating in the celebrations of the Māori language and wants to encourage all Aucklanders to join in.

16 Sep 2022

Mayor Goff’s statement on the death of Queen Elizabeth II

A statement from Auckland Mayor Phil Goff following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

Midtown 16 Sep 2022

‘It will feel like a new city’ - how midtown will transform the city centre

Aucklanders, prepare yourselves: When the regeneration of midtown in the city centre is complete, there’s a good chance you’ll hardly recognise this part of Tāmaki Makaurau.

Development 15 Sep 2022

Time running out to submit on Auckland’s new intensification rules

Auckland Council is strongly encouraging people to make a submission on proposed changes to the city’s planning rulebook – the Auckland Unitary Plan – allowing for considerably more higher-density housing across the city before time runs out on 29...

Environment 15 Sep 2022

How your targeted rates are making an impact

Progress update on the natural environment and water quality targeted rates.

Conservation 15 Sep 2022

Mayoral Conservation Awards recognise environmental champions

Inspiring the curious minds of tamariki in environmental endeavours.

Pest control operation begins to help protect the environment
Conservation 15 Sep 2022

Hunua 1080 application begins

The second phase of this season’s pest control operation in the Hunua Ranges parkland, neighbouring Department of Conservation administered land reserves and some private land, has begun.

Conservation 14 Sep 2022

First stage of Hunua pest control operation underway

Pest control operation underway in Hunua Ranges

Elections 14 Sep 2022

150 more places for you to drop off your vote

Local elections voting opens soon – here’s what you need to know so you don’t miss out.

Elections 14 Sep 2022

Who are these people? Auckland’s local elections candidates

A total of 466 candidates are standing in Auckland’s local elections. The good news is, you don’t have to get to know them all, just candidates standing in your area and those standing for mayor.

Elections 14 Sep 2022

Can Auckland count on your vote?

To have the best people elected for the job, it is up to you to vote for who you think has the greatest vision for Auckland.

Council news 13 Sep 2022

Development Contributions policy out for second public consultation

Auckland Council is seeking feedback on the next stage of updating its Development Contributions Policy, to ensure new developments contribute fairly to the funding of the council’s infrastructure.

Libraries 12 Sep 2022

Upcoming changes to COVID-19 restrictions at Auckland Council facilities following traffic light announcement

Face masks no longer required at Auckland Council facilities from Tuesday 13 September.

No 5 lucky number in plastic recycling
Waste 12 Sep 2022

Trial underway to give large plastic items a new life

Unwanted plastics to get a second life

Food / Drink 12 Sep 2022

Nominate your Iconic Auckland Eat now

It’s time for food-loving Aucklanders to share the stories behind their favourite food experiences across the region by nominating a dish to be on the 2022 Iconic Auckland Eats list.

Environment 12 Sep 2022

Boards unite for Manukau Harbour

More than 120 projects are being undertaken to improve the health of the Manukau Harbour.