News

30 Aug 2018

Franklin has all you need for summer

From wild west coast beaches to tranquil east coast swimming spots, Franklin is full of fun.

Environment 30 Aug 2018

Hunua pest control programme nears start

Gearing up to start 1080 application in Hunua Ranges parklands.

Heritage 28 Aug 2018

Discover over 200 fascinating heritage stories at Auckland Heritage Festival 2018

Celebrate the people and cultures that have made Tāmaki Makaurau the diverse city it is today

Transport 28 Aug 2018

Learning from transport planning in Vancouver

Dale Bracewell has led huge changes to public transport, walking and cycling in Vancouver over the last decade.

27 Aug 2018

Non-rateable property reviewed

Council checks non-rateable rules applied consistently

27 Aug 2018

Rating religious use properties: what you need to know

Auckland Council’s review of non-rateable properties has hit the headlines this week. Here’s what you need to know.

27 Aug 2018

How you are represented on the council

You have until 11 September to have your say on the proposed changes to Auckland Council’s ward boundaries and local board subdivisions.

Youth / Rangatahi 27 Aug 2018

Young heroes take on pests

A team of students have been trapping and capturing rats at the school and local reserve.

Have your say 26 Aug 2018

Bylaw changes to further protect the health of Aucklanders

Auckland Council wants to ensure services have appropriate hygiene or health practices in place.

Environment 24 Aug 2018

Reducing the impact of farming

Auckland Council is the largest urban farmer in the region.

24 Aug 2018

Iconic Auckland peace mural to be restored

The VAANA Peace Mural on the corner of Ponsonby and Karangahape Roads will be back up next week.

Community 24 Aug 2018

Rats running riot – pest control tips ahead of winter

Community groups are fighting back against pests who are a threat to our biodiversity and environment.

24 Aug 2018

Rates team reaching out to revaluation objectors

The council’s will be offering to assistance to around 2500 ratepayers who have an outstanding objection seeking a lower valuation.

Waste 24 Aug 2018

3 ways to reduce food waste and save money

An average family in New Zealand will throw nearly three shopping trolleys of edible food in the bin every year.

Mayor 23 Aug 2018

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff welcomes Skypath commitment

Auckland Mayor Phil Goff has welcomed the government’s pledge of $67 million to build Skypath, the long-awaited walkway and cycleway across Auckland Harbour.

Heritage 23 Aug 2018

Digitising Auckland's earliest newspapers

Auckland War Memorial Museum, The National Library, Hocken Collections and Auckland Libraries collaborate to digitise a collection of the earliest Auckland newspapers.