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Community news 17 Mar 2026

Experience a World of Cultures right here in Tāmaki Makaurau through this beloved two-week festival

Auckland Council is proud to announce the return of World of Cultures, a spectacular two-week festival celebrating the rich diversity that defines Tāmaki Makaurau. 

Sports / Leisure 13 Mar 2026

Colin Dale Park raceway up and running with Auckland Council support

A new top-of-the-line karting facility at Colin Dale Park in the city’s south is open for Aucklanders to use thanks to support from Auckland Council.

Council news 11 Mar 2026

Small ideas, big impact: How simple digital tools help Auckland’s factories thrive

Auckland’s manufacturing firms keep thousands of people in work and contribute billions to the economy.

Dogs 11 Mar 2026

Pukekohe Adoption Centre celebrates one year and 251 new beginnings

From kennel to couch: a year of second chances at council’s dog adoption centre

Community news 9 Mar 2026

Upskill yourself for free in Tāmaki Makaurau

From sewing and cycling to food skills and digital learning, here are some great ways to upskill for free.

Council news 6 Mar 2026

Ngāti Pāoa Treaty settlement comes into effect

After 15 years in motion, the Ngāti Pāoa Treaty settlement came into effect yesterday, marking a significant milestone for the Auckland iwi and for Tāmaki Makaurau as a whole.

Environment news 6 Mar 2026

Feathered freeloader turns island shed into a nursery

No rent, no rules: kiwi dad squats in Kawau shed.

Development 5 Mar 2026

Experts pinpoint 14 ways CRL will bring value for Aucklanders

‘Improved connectivity between people and jobs enabled by CRL will drive urban productivity.’ – Gary Blick.

Finance 4 Mar 2026

Auckland’s next steps: regeneration projects progress across the region

Auckland Council’s Annual Plan sets out the priority activities and investments for the year ahead.

Community news 4 Mar 2026

Pest eradication on Kawau Island resumes

Auckland Council and its project partners are resuming the pest eradication programme on the island with operations commencing in March.

Have your say 4 Mar 2026

Your say, your city: 6 big areas that shape Auckland’s future

Auckland is growing, evolving and investing in the things that keep the city moving, from transport and infrastructure to community spaces and climate action.

Mayor 4 Mar 2026

Auckland: The undisputed sporting capital of New Zealand

Auckland is the undisputed sporting capital of New Zealand, and this weekend proves it. I’ll be keeping my hats on heavy rotation to make sure I’m backing the right team on the right day.

Community 4 Mar 2026

Auckland’s annual plan is out – tell us what you think

Auckland Council’s plan for the year ahead is out for consultation now – and Aucklanders are encouraged to check it out.

Councillor Josephine Bartley on why dog law reform is needed urgently.
Dogs 3 Mar 2026

Opinion: without law change, more fatal dog attacks will occur

Read more from Councillor Josephine Bartley on why dog law reform is needed urgently

Council news 2 Mar 2026

Oriental fruit fly – Papatoetoe

On 25 February 2026, Biosecurity New Zealand (MPI) announced the discovery of a single male Oriental fruit fly in Papatoetoe - legal restrictions.

Council news 2 Mar 2026

How Aucklanders can better prepare for flooding and storms

A new Auckland Council commissioned report shows that many Aucklanders are making assumptions about flood risk that could put them in danger.