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Mayor 14 Nov 2025

Milestone for Auckland transport reform

Mayor Wayne Brown has marked another milestone achievement in progressing transport reform in Auckland.

Council news 13 Nov 2025

Chair appointed to lead Proposed Plan Change 120 independent hearings panel

The independent hearings panel plays a key role in ensuring fair planning decisions are made

Development 13 Nov 2025

Learn more about Auckland’s Future Housing Plan

Join an information session near you and learn more about Auckland’s Future Housing Plan and how it could shape where and how Auckland grows.

Mayor 13 Nov 2025

Auckland fund gets legislation to protect it for future generations

A fund to protect Auckland’s financial resilience now has the legal protections in place to protect it for future generations.

Parks / Outdoors 12 Nov 2025

Summer BBQ guide to waste-free fun

Summer’s heating up and so are the grills! But before you fire up the BBQ, here are some tips for keeping your outdoor event low on waste and high on fun.

Community 12 Nov 2025

A new era for Old Papatoetoe Town Centre

The revitalisation of Old Papatoetoe’s town centre has reached a landmark phase, with three key projects now complete, ushering in a new era of connectivity, vibrancy, and community pride.

Council news 12 Nov 2025

Peace Bell stolen from Henderson's Japanese Garden

The council is urging anyone with information about the missing Bell to contact the council or Police.

Dogs 7 Nov 2025

Auckland Council secures conviction and fine in long-running case against rural dog daycare

Judge slams “blatant disregard” for law in repeat dog daycare offending.

Community 7 Nov 2025

Northcote Market bursts to life and the fun is just beginning!

Northcote Town Centre was buzzing recently as the brand-new Northcote Market made its debut — and it’s just the start of a summer packed with free fun!

Mayor 7 Nov 2025

Mayor sets Committee Structure for New Term

The Mayor of Auckland has set his committee structure for the Auckland Council term ahead to a line-up of newly minted councillors.

Arts 6 Nov 2025

Artist in Residence 2025: Parked up with a purpose

For the last 17 years, Auckland Council’s Artist in Residence programme has offered a unique invitation to selected artists: to live within and be creatively inspired by the beautiful natural spaces that are our regional parks.

Council news 6 Nov 2025

Extensive pest control in Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / the Hūnua Ranges continues

Auckland Council continues to progress an extensive predator control operation in Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / the Hūnua Ranges Regional Park this week and through to the weekend, meaning the park remains closed.

Sports / Leisure 6 Nov 2025

Free ways to get fit

Looking for ways to get active without spending money? These fun, free ways to get fit make it easy to move more, push yourself and get friends involved.

Council news 5 Nov 2025

Progressing flood resilience for Rānui, Henderson and Massey communities

Auckland Council is progressing works to reduce flood risk for the Rānui, Henderson and Massey areas through the 'Manawa aa Whenua | Clover Drive-Rānui Flood Resilience Project'.

Community 5 Nov 2025

First Aotearoa dementia-friendly film screenings a resounding success in Auckland

Dementia friendly film screening pilot showing Singin’ in the Rain at the Victoria Theatre in Devonport.