Auckland News - Housing, Transport, Rates

Waste 28 Jun 2019

Retailers urged not to landfill leftover plastic bags

With the plastic bag ban coming into force on Monday, retailers are being urged not to landfill any leftover lightweight shopping bags.

Dogs 28 Jun 2019

Paws on public transport - top trips with your pets

Councillor Casey and Suzie have put together some train trip ideas to get the print of approval from your pooch.

Dogs 28 Jun 2019

Renew your dog registration online for your chance to win

Renew your dog registration online and be in to win a The Secret Life of Pets 2 movie pack.

Policies / Regulations 19 Jun 2019

Auckland Council undertakes firearms audit

Auckland Council has audited the firearms it owns and is making changes to the way it stores, uses and maintains firearms, in accordance with new legislation.

Transport 12 Jun 2019

Auckland Transport to allow pets on trains from Sunday

Pets will be allowed on trains from 16 July as part of a trial introduced by Auckland Transport.

Environment 4 Jun 2019

Together, we’re making gains for our green spaces

When Auckland Council and the community work together on improving our environment, you can see the results.

21 May 2019

New wetland and boardwalk for Pt England

Stormwater pond set for revitalisation at Point England.

Dogs 8 May 2019

Last days to have your say on Auckland’s dog rules

Aucklanders can have their say on proposed changes to the Auckland Council Policy on Dogs 2012 and Dog Management Bylaw 2012.

Community 29 Apr 2019

Meet a Pest-Free Hero – Frazer Dale

Meet our April pest free hero, the final winner of the Mayoral Conservation Awards, Frazer Dale.

Environment 5 Apr 2019

Help keep your backyard thriving this autumn

Autumn is a key time of year to get your house and backyard ready before winter starts.

4 Apr 2019

ICT insourcing saves council $2 million per year

Reducing reliance on consultants delivers significant savings and allows the council to focus on increasing resources where they are needed most.

14 Mar 2019

New pest plan a big win for Auckland’s biodiversity

This week, the council’s Environment and Community Committee decided to adopt the new and improved Regional Pest Management Plan 2019 – 2029 (RPMP).

1 Mar 2019

Council seeks ban on private fireworks sales

Auckland Council’s Governing Body has agreed to proceed with a request to Government to introduce legislation to ban the private sale and use of fireworks after overwhelming support from Aucklanders.