News

Zero Waste 19 Sep 2025

New round of funding for zero waste projects opens next month

Auckland Council is encouraging Aucklanders to take action on waste with the return of the Wast.e Minimisation and Innovation Fund

Council news 19 Sep 2025

Te Hono gathers momentum as start of construction nears

Avondale’s future community hub, Te Hono, is another step closer.

Council news 18 Sep 2025

Head of Development Appointment

Auckland Council has appointed Tyrone Newson as Head of Development for the newly established Auckland Urban Development Office (AUDO), who will join the team in October 2025.

Pest Free 18 Sep 2025

Three years on: crack down on pest plant sales to protect Auckland’s environment sees positive shift

Auckland Council and contractor inspectors are working hard behind the scenes to protect our environment by enforcing rules around the sale of pest plants.

Emergency Recovery 18 Sep 2025

Locals guiding storm recovery priorities

Communities across Tāmaki Makaurau are deciding what their storm recovery looks like, and how to prepare for the future.

Mayor 18 Sep 2025

Clarity on next steps for housing and hazards

Minister Chris Bishop has this week confirmed that he expects there to be a robust consultation and public hearings process if Auckland Council’s Policy and Planning Committee vote to progress a replacement to Plan Change 78.

Waste 18 Sep 2025

Swap your trash for treasure: Reuse, repurpose and save this spring with Community Recycling Centres

Aucklanders clearing out unwanted items from their homes and gardens this spring are being encouraged to give them a second lease of life, while helping their community.

Zero Waste 18 Sep 2025

Simple ways to live sustainably

Get the lowdown on lowering your emissions this September as we celebrate not one, but two international days for reducing our environmental impact and living more sustainable lives.

Council news 17 Sep 2025

Collaboration streamlines filming access to council-managed sites and places of significance

Short-term film projects on publicly managed sites and places of significance will follow the film permit process, rather than requiring resource consent. 

Council news 15 Sep 2025

Auckland Water Strategy update shows progress made but more work to be done

Adopted in March 2022, the Auckland Water Strategy sets a vision for Auckland’s waters and provides direction for investment and action across the council group to 2050.

Community 15 Sep 2025

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori: Auckland Council proudly presents Waiata "Take Whenua"

This year, Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori celebrates 50 years since the inaugural Māori Language Week in 1975.

Cultural 15 Sep 2025

Auckland Central City Library celebrates Pasifika heritage with Lupe I Vao Ese exhibition

Visitors will find a beautiful ode to measina (taonga/treasure) at the upcoming free exhibition Lupe I Vao Ese.

Whanau friendly 15 Sep 2025

Get ready to play over the school holidays

Check out what's on offer these school holidays.

Māori outcomes 12 Sep 2025

Nominations open for mātāwaka representatives to Houkura

If you are mātāwaka and want to contribute to the economic, cultural, social and environmental wellbeing of Māori in Auckland, you are encouraged to put yourself forward

Council news 12 Sep 2025

How your targeted rates are improving Auckland’s natural environment and water quality

The Policy and Planning Committee celebrated the significant progress made towards restoring and protecting our natural environment and waterways thanks the natural environment and water quality targeted rates.

City Centre Waterfront 12 Sep 2025

Neon art, an interactive game and live performances celebrate te reo Māori in city centre

“The call was made in September 1972 for the recognition and revitalisation of te reo Māori.”