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Central Interceptor leads a step-change for Auckland’s water quality
Future-proofing Auckland, the Central Interceptor leads a vast programme set to enhance swimmability across Auckland's urban beaches in the long-term.
A powerful, female-led anthology leaves its mark in new publication, Traces of Aotearoa
Post-pandemic Aotearoa is the theme of Traces of Aotearoa, a new publication from Auckland Council Libraries.
Backing community events, arts and culture
Seventeen regional community events and 15 arts and culture initiatives have received backing to go ahead, with Auckland Council funding.
Treat yourself to a weekend escape to Titirangi
In the heart of the beautiful Waitakere Ranges, Titirangi is a picturesque suburb buzzing with fun experiences.
Opinion: A new direction for transport in Auckland
Transport cannot be planned in isolation. It must be integrated with land use, growth and infrastructure investment. That has changed, as responsibility for how transport is planned, governed and delivered in Auckland moves to Auckland Council.
Hole lotta love: Auckland's pothole-fighting squad is back on the road
Potholes beware: Auckland’s road repair team is doubling down.
West Auckland’s freshest playgrounds
West Auckland is packed with playgrounds that go well beyond a slide and a swing.
From kitchen table to startup stage
The startup helping dyslexic thinkers get their ideas out of their heads and onto the page.
Hauraki Gulf Islanders lead on reuse as inorganic collection bookings open
Bookings are now open for annual inorganic collections across Waiheke Island, Aotea / Great Barrier Island and Rakino Island.
Rā Hihi - flyover gives valuable time back to East Aucklanders
One East Auckland family saves about 10 minutes a day, or 50 minutes a week.
Simpler, lower-cost resource consent options launched for small projects
People planning small-scale building projects may now find it quicker and more affordable to get resource consent.
E-scooters hit the cycle lanes
Scoot smart: Aucklanders urged to take care as new road rules roll out
Auckland's biggest recycling mistake: soft plastics
During the first six months of 2026, Auckland's kerbside recycling bins collected an average of 308 tonnes of material a day.
Council delivers on big year, despite economic uncertainty
Auckland Council delivered on big commitments in 2025/2026.
Prominent Auckland property developer sentenced over major environmental offending
Years of warnings, broken promises and enforcement action failed to stop unlawful asbestos earthworks.
Safer journeys ahead: $3.2m for Maungakiekie-Tāmaki transport upgrades
Maungakiekie-Tāmaki communities will benefit from more than $3.2 million of transport improvements, with funding green-lit for walking, cycling, safety and public transport projects.
