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City Centre Waterfront 3 Dec 2025

Te Ara I Whiti celebrates 10 years as art, transport and infrastructure triumph

Te Ara I Whiti – The Lightpath celebrates its tenth anniversary on 3 December 2025. 

Development 3 Dec 2025

‘A rising tide lifts all boats’ - CRL set to lift the region

The CRL will improve transport connections to all of Auckland’s town centres. 

Akl Paths 3 Dec 2025

A guide to easy walking paths in Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland’s network of easy walking paths makes exploring simple. From volcanic cones and harbours to sacred maunga, Tāmaki Makaurau offers scenic routes without steep climbs - ideal for buggies, wheelchairs, bikes, or anyone wanting a flat walk.

City Rail Link
Development 3 Dec 2025

CRL to double the number of people able to reach Auckland city centre by public transport within 30 minutes

‘CRL makes the best-connected part of Auckland even better-connected.’

Housing 2 Dec 2025

New forecast shows potential for greater housing supply

Auckland’s new housing forecast shows growth shifting to places with better access to transport, jobs and services under Plan Change 120, where supply could be 6% to 20% higher.

Mayor 2 Dec 2025

Mayor sets Vision for Auckland in Annual Plan

The Auckland Mayor has outlined his Mayoral Proposal for Auckland Council’s Annual Plan 2026/2027.

Dogs 1 Dec 2025

Ways to take care of your dog over summer

As the temperatures rise it’s important to remember hot weather can pose serious risks to your dog; they’re more vulnerable to heat than we humans are.

Midtown 1 Dec 2025

Midtown is on the move as major upgrades progress

Buses return to Albert Street, construction progresses along Wellesley Street, and the final stages of the wastewater and streetscape upgrades, ahead of the CRL opening in 2026.

Parks / Outdoors 1 Dec 2025

Go wild and make the most of camping this summer in Tāmaki Makaurau

Whether you prefer a more basic, back-to-nature tents-only campsite or a campervan/caravan experience, get ready for a unique and unforgettable escape with friends and whānau. 

Whanau friendly 1 Dec 2025

Auckland Libraries unveils most diverse annual Top 100 list yet

Auckland Libraries announces its highly-anticipated Top 100 reading list for 2025.

Plans / Projects 1 Dec 2025

Dog walkers – get your free ‘pack walker’ certificate now

If you walk a pack of five or more dogs in the Auckland region - get your free certificate of approval ahead of rules changing on 1 January.

Parks / Outdoors 28 Nov 2025

Say “I Do” to Auckland Council’s most charming wedding venues

Your wedding day should be a reflection of your unique love story and Auckland Council literally holds the keys to some of the most enchanting, wedding-worthy locations around Tāmaki Makaurau.

Council news 28 Nov 2025

Angels shine a light on Tāmaki Makaurau this Christmas

Auckland Council staff are digging deep this year to bring a little Christmas cheer to Aucklanders struggling to make ends meet in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Council news 27 Nov 2025

Auckland mayor gives green light to advisory panels

Tāmaki Makaurau Mayor Wayne Brown has endorsed Auckland Council’s demographic advisory panels for another three-year term, validating an important aspect of the council’s governance structure through to September 2028.

Conservation 26 Nov 2025

Tiny but mighty: black mudfish rediscovered in Helensville wetland

Hidden in plain sight: secretive black mudfish rediscovered on Auckland’s west coast.

Development 26 Nov 2025

Stride Property Group to lead North Wharf Redevelopment in Wynyard Quarter

The Auckland Urban Development Office (AUDO) is delighted to announce Stride Property Group (Stride) as the preferred development partner for the future redevelopment of North Wharf in Wynyard Quarter.