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Community 17 Nov 2021

Auckland to join the ranks of international age-friendly cities

Auckland now has a new age-friendly action plan, as Auckland Council commits to supporting older Aucklanders to participate fully in their communities.

17 Nov 2021

Feed Your Mind

Lockdowns can be tough, especially for those who are unwell, missing loved ones or feeling stressed. One step we can take is to dive into something new, whether we're picking up a new language or working through our wishlist of books and films....

Development 16 Nov 2021

Jessie Tonar Scout Reserve, saving the world one place at a time

The Kūmara Awards 2021 have been awarded to celebrate incredible placemaking happening across Aotearoa. It is a community-driven showcase of the outstanding placemaking projects happening in our communities.

City Centre Waterfront 16 Nov 2021

Creating art through cleaning – a Christmas makeover coming to Nelson Street laneway

A new creative artwork will emerge in the Nelson Street laneway just in time for Christmas.

Housing 16 Nov 2021

New housing boost for Henderson

An exciting new housing development is rising in Henderson. Known as Henderson Green, 38 high-quality townhouses have already been constructed, which will soon be joined by three apartment buildings containing 78 apartments.

Sports / Leisure 15 Nov 2021

Applications open for $15 million Sport and Recreation Facilities fund

Auckland Council is investing $15.3 million to support the sport and recreation sector to develop facilities across the region.

15 Nov 2021

Retrain and develop your skills

Get started developing new skills with free resources available online via Auckland Libraries.

12 Nov 2021

Reconnect with family and friends at Step 2

With over 4000 parks and green spaces across the region, there is plenty to discover and enjoy with loved ones. So, grab your flask, pack the hamper, throw the blanket under your arm and check out one of these great gems that you might not have ex...

Council news 12 Nov 2021

Auckland Council achieves highest spend for Māori outcomes

Auckland Council has released the third edition of its Te Pūrongo a Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau Ngā Huanga Māori 2020-2021 / Auckland Council Group Māori Outcomes Report 2020-2021, approved by the Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee for...

Council news 11 Nov 2021

New rapid response COVID-19 recovery fund approved

A COVID-19 recovery fund has been approved by Auckland Council’s Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee, with the balance from this year’s Regional Community Development grants programme to fund Rapid Response COVID-19 Recovery grants.

Auckland's Future In Progress 11 Nov 2021

First flowers for Quay Street pōhutukawa since their dramatic journey home last winter

The first flourish of blazing red flowers is being noticed in Quay Street’s pōhutukawa, ushering in the first week of Auckland’s Alert Level 3, step 2.

City Rail Link 10 Nov 2021

CRL progress: One lady on the move again, two others retired

Dame Whina Cooper, City Rail Link’s Tunnel Boring Machine has started the second leg of its four-stage journey below Auckland streets for the country’s largest transport infrastructure project. 

10 Nov 2021

Fun nature activities for kids

Getting out in nature in your bubble is a great way to have fun and stay active during lockdown. Here are some activities for you to keep the kids entertained in your backyard or on your walk through your local park.

10 Nov 2021

Unwind for mental wellbeing

Being in lockdown can make us all feel anxious and stressed. But one of the best things for us to do is to be kind to ourselves and simply unwind.

Transport 9 Nov 2021

Auckland Transport gets green light to proceed with review of parking

Aucklanders will soon be asked to share their views on carparking in Tāmaki Makaurau and how it is managed in the future.

Development 9 Nov 2021

Tāmaki Makaurau placemaking shines bright at the Place Leaders Asia Pacific Awards 2021

Place Leaders Asia Pacific have awarded the prestigious Place Leadership 2021 Award to Frith Walker, Head of Placemaking for Eke Panuku.