News

Environment 9 Aug 2019

Big dry continues through July

The big dry continued through July with the Hunua Ranges – home to Auckland’s four largest water supply dams – receiving significantly less rainfall than normal.

Heritage 9 Aug 2019

Molluscs and moa bones – behind the scenes at Auckland Museum

OurAuckland goes behind the scenes with two of Auckland Museum's 300 volunteers.

9 Aug 2019

Councillors meet with Haumaru Housing

Workshop covers better ways of working with housing provider.

8 Aug 2019

Ombudsman report into LGOIMA compliance released

Chief Ombudsman Peter Boshier has published his final opinion on Local Government Official Information Meetings Act compliance and practice at Auckland Council.

8 Aug 2019

Local projects focus on water quality in Albert-Eden

The water quality targeted rate is being used to fund environmental projects throughout the Albert-Eden area.

Environment 7 Aug 2019

Entries open for regional Ballance Farm Awards

The Ballance Farm Environment Awards for 2019-2020 are now open, promoting sustainable farming and growing throughout New Zealand.

Environment 6 Aug 2019

The little boat that can

Meet the autonomous boat helping scientists investigate water quality decline in some of Auckland's lakes.

Environment 6 Aug 2019

Critical work by passionate zoo staff helping to keep kākāpō alive

An unprecedented kākāpō breeding season is great news for Auckland Zoo staff, but there’s no time to celebrate.

Youth / Rangatahi 5 Aug 2019

Helping children’s creativity shine

The Creative Communities Scheme is calling for applications for 2019/2020. The funding round closes on 30 August 2019.

Policies / Regulations 2 Aug 2019

Helping Auckland businesses to meet food licence rules

Auckland Council's Environmental Health team has been hard at work ensuring Auckland businesses are compliant with new food license rules.

Dogs 2 Aug 2019

Know where your dogs are this lambing season

Dog owners are being reminded to be extra vigilant during lambing and calving season, as the risk of stock attack increases.

2 Aug 2019

Puhinui Station $60M upgrade to start in September

Construction on the new Puhinui Station Interchange will start late next month. During construction, the existing train station will be temporarily closed, from Saturday, 28 September to early 2021.

2 Aug 2019

North/West Hub to be located in Albany

Following a review of the Expressions of Interest, all shortlisted sites for a new North/West Hub are in Albany.

Waste 1 Aug 2019

Looming paper recycling issues require an urgent onshore solution

Auckland Council is keen to undertake an in-depth feasibility study to find a solution for New Zealand’s looming paper and cardboard recycling crisis, as a matter of urgent priority.  In recognition of the need for a coordinated national approach,...

Sports / Leisure 1 Aug 2019

Beyond the roar - behind the scenes at Mt Smart Stadium

It takes a small army of workers to ensure fans attending concerts and games at Auckland Stadiums’ venues have a great time.

Plans / Projects 1 Aug 2019

Communities invited to connect over plans for the Old Māngere Bridge Replacement project

The NZ Transport Agency will be replacing the Old Māngere Bridge and local communities and people who travel through the area are invited to come and see the plans for the replacement bridge.