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Council news 9 Aug 2022

Auckland’s recycling takes a step into the future

The sorting of Auckland’s household recyclables is about to take a big step up with Visy’s recycling sorting facility getting an upgrade.

Environment news 9 Aug 2022

Waterways Protection Fund extended

Aotea / Great Barrier, Papakura, Franklin and Rodney, are all now part of the Regional Waterways Protection Fund.

Elections 5 Aug 2022

Local elections candidate nominations closing soon

The countdown is on. In a week’s time, Aucklanders find out who will be in the running for mayor, ward councillors and local boards.

Development 5 Aug 2022

Council approves proposed changes to city’s planning rules

Auckland Council has approved the proposed plan change to the Auckland Unitary Plan – the city’s planning rulebook – to meet central government requirements for greater building height and density across the city.

Housing 4 Aug 2022

Kids paint well-wishes on TBM they’ve named: Princess Twilight Super Worm

We all have memories, however hazy, of our kindergarten days – playtime, dancing, painting, sandpit action and stories on the mat.

Youth / Rangatahi 2 Aug 2022

What will Pukekohe look like in the future?

Eke Panuku outlines plan for town

Libraries 1 Aug 2022

Over 100 ways to bring books to life at We Read Auckland

Bring the whānau and celebrate Auckland’s readers, writers and the stories that bring us together with Ka Pānui Tātau i Tāmaki Makaurau | We Read Auckland in August.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 1 Aug 2022

Missing tsunami sirens on the west coast

Five tsunami sirens have been vandalised or stolen at Piha since May 2022, along with one at Karekare.

Council news 29 Jul 2022

Auckland and LA toast golden anniversary

Sister cities Auckland and Los Angeles are celebrating 50 years of friendship.

Environment news 29 Jul 2022

Auckland welcomes first Māori/Pasifika operated Community Recycling Centre

Residents who live in Onehunga and its neighbouring suburbs can now do their part to help reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.

Waste 29 Jul 2022

Nominations now open for 2022 zero waste awards

Who is your zero waste hero? Nominations for this year’s awards are open during August.

Cycling 28 Jul 2022

Community bike fund open for applications

Community groups around Auckland can now apply for a fund which encourages more people to ride bikes, more often.

Auckland's Future In Progress 25 Jul 2022

Auckland’s waterfront lands multiple awards

Waterfront projects have won five awards this year, across multiple disciplines, and have been shortlisted for a further six.

Council news 25 Jul 2022

Opinion: Helipads – finding the balance

Auckland Council Chief of Strategy Megan Tyler talks about helipads and the importance of finding the balance of interests.

25 Jul 2022

Resource consents: New housing density standards for enabling more homes

New housing density standards come into effect on August 18, 2022, which will enable more homes to be built across the Auckland region.

Libraries 22 Jul 2022

Look out for our mobile libraries at the markets

If you are visiting one of the local markets at Smiths Avenue, Ōtara or Wesley, why not drop by at one of our mobile libraries for some fun activities to do?