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Beaches 22 Feb 2017

Five free places for a fun family day out

We’ve picked some of our favourite Auckland spots to take the family and make the most of the last few weeks of warm weather.

Community 22 Feb 2017

LAWA River of the Month: February

February takes us to the Arapera River, which flows into the southern arm of the Kaipara Harbour.

Environment 21 Feb 2017

Not a giant slug: About the Macroinvertebrate Community Index

If you’ve looked up your property in the proposed Auckland Unitary Plan geomaps viewer, you might have noticed it falls under the Macroinvertebrate Community Index. But what does that mean?

Plans / Projects 20 Feb 2017

Bookings already secured for new convention centre

Auckland has won bids to host two large conferences at the New Zealand International Convention Centre in 2020.

20 Feb 2017

Auckland experiences busiest ever week for cruise ships

Auckland has enjoyed its busiest ever week for cruise ship arrivals, including having four cruise ships docking on the same day for the first time ever on Saturday 18 February.

Plans / Projects 20 Feb 2017

Mayoral Housing Taskforce meets to tackle housing supply

Mayor Phil Goff has convened the first meeting of a taskforce on housing that brings together a diverse group of people to identify and overcome barriers to building more homes in Auckland.

Plans / Projects 17 Feb 2017

Mayor disappointed at Government’s fuel tax decision

Mayor Phil Goff has expressed his disappointment at the Government’s decision to rule out a regional fuel tax despite Auckland’s worsening traffic congestion.

Community 17 Feb 2017

Unwanted TVs top inorganics list

What are the things our collectors most frequently pick up? Some of the items on the list might surprise you!

Policies / Regulations 13 Feb 2017

Council responds to tree swings’ removal

Auckland Council is working with a small number of residents following a complaint about tree swings on council-owned land.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Feb 2017

Head off to uni on cheaper public transport

If you're getting ready to start tertiary study for the year, don't forget – you may be eligible for discounted travel with AT HOP.

Community 13 Feb 2017

Artist captures 100 days of waste

Auckland artist Elle Anderson has documented her contribution to landfill in a stunning photography project.

Community 2 Feb 2017

Celebrate close to home at community venues

Auckland Council’s revamped online tools make it easier than ever to bring people together for a celebration in your own neighbourhood.

Beaches 2 Feb 2017

Muriwai Beach Campground reopens for Waitangi weekend

Improvements have been completed and the popular campground is ready for visitors.

Libraries 31 Jan 2017

Devonport Library's cat passes away

Benjamin, Devonport Library’s beloved cat, passed away on Friday, age 17.

Youth / Rangatahi 31 Jan 2017

Meet the interns: Chelsea Natana

As a second-year student at the Manukau Institute of Technology, Chelsea realised early in her studies that she needed to gain experience to develop her capability in human resources.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

New motorway signs to make using Western Ring Route easier

Motorists will start to notice changes to some motorway direction signs in preparation for the opening of the Waterview Tunnel in April.