News

Environment 22 Dec 2016

Check online before taking the plunge

Checking the water quality of your favourite swimming spot is now much easier, thanks to a new feature on the Land, Air and Water Aotearoa website.

Community 21 Dec 2016

Aucklanders step up to help those affected by the Kaikoura earthquake

Organisation donates $125,000 to quake affected Hurunui and Kaikoura.

Housing 21 Dec 2016

30-year plan for Auckland’s transport needs

A forward-looking transport plan to support major growth areas in the north, north-west and south of the region has been completed.

Community 20 Dec 2016

Playground review: Fun for littlies in Herne Bay

The play equipment at Salisbury Reserve is perfect for smaller children, particularly preschoolers or younger.

Policies / Regulations 19 Dec 2016

One-click service easier and faster

More than 26 new ‘smart’ application forms went online this week alongside changes that allow log-in to council services via email, Google, Facebook or RealMe.

Housing 19 Dec 2016

Get your consents off to a good start

Auckland Council wants to help customers develop better consent applications by encouraging pre-application meetings.

Development 19 Dec 2016

A new vision to help disabled Aucklanders

Local governments will play a greater role in helping disabled people to participate in their communities and achieve their goals on an equal basis as others.

Cycling 16 Dec 2016

Bagels and bikes: Why Angie loves her ride

Auckland Transport is telling the stories of Aucklanders who love riding in the city. Find out why Angie from St Johns enjoys her cycle-powered shopping run.

Educational 16 Dec 2016

Zoo Tales: Strangely Beautiful Australia

Join Ectotherm and Birds curator Richard Gibson on a sneak peek tour through the zoo's newest precinct before it opens to visitors on 17 December.

Dogs 15 Dec 2016

Happy holidays for your pets

Christmas is the most sociable time of the year and dogs love the attention, but rescue them when they've had enough.

Educational 15 Dec 2016

Santa’s helpers’ tips for a joyful Christmas

There’s a small team of unsung 'Santa’s helpers' looking out for public safety and keeping the peace between neighbours and revellers.

Transport 14 Dec 2016

Six million ferry trips in the past year

The milestone figure was last reached in 1959, the year the Auckland Harbour Bridge opened.

Environment 14 Dec 2016

Project Auckland

The mayor gave more detail about his plans for Auckland during the current term.

Community 14 Dec 2016

Meet community recycling shop manager Kazem Derakhshanian

Kazem Derakhshanian started collecting reusable items from the roadside three years ago, and is passionate about diverting these things from landfill while raising money for charity.

Libraries 13 Dec 2016

New chapter in Auckland Libraries' evolution

Auckland Libraries are moving with the times.

Rates 12 Dec 2016

Glen Eden family wins $2500

A Glen Eden family of five has won $2500 in a rates prize draw – just in time for the holidays.