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Council news 1 Sep 2025

Gannet Track update at Muriwai Regional Park

Track access to Ōtakamiro Point gannet colony will close during weekdays from Monday, 8 September through to Sunday, 19 October while essential track resilience and repair work is carried out.

Environment 1 Sep 2025

From murky to magical: how school students helped restore Papakura’s stormwater ponds

Tamariki, tūī, and tuna: kids dig in to restore Papakura’s stormwater ponds.

Finance 1 Sep 2025

Auckland Future Fund progress and performance

Following the announcement to appoint a global investment manager to the Auckland Future Fund, AFF Board Chair Chris Swasbrook gave an overview of the setup phase of the fund and its performance to date.

Parks / Outdoors 29 Aug 2025

Spring into action: Refresh, reconnect and get ready for the season ahead

The arrival of spring isn’t just a change in temperatures, it’s a call to action for Aucklanders to embrace the season, refresh their homes and their spirits, and prepare for whatever nature throws our way.    

City Rail Link
City Rail Link 29 Aug 2025

The economics of Maungawhau Station

“Demand for housing tends to be stronger near services, jobs and transport – in places like Maungawhau” – Auckland Council Chief Economist.

Council news 28 Aug 2025

Rating Valuation – frequently asked questions

What valuation trends do I need to know about the latest rating valuations?

Council news 28 Aug 2025

Supplier diversity excellence recognised in Aotearoa, New Zealand

Amotai, an Auckland Council-led national supplier diversity facilitator recently celebrated its annual Supplier Diversity Awards.

Council news 28 Aug 2025

Auckland Council welcomes stronger penalties for environmental breaches

Significantly higher costs have been introduced for Resource Management Act offenders.

City Rail Link 28 Aug 2025

The art of Maungawhau Station

“Having visibility of Māori art in our city is important. Ten years ago it wasn’t obvious. It couldn’t be seen. I can see Māori live here now.”

Council news 27 Aug 2025

Ongoing opportunity to trade at Muriwai

Auckland Council once again invites mobile food vendors to apply for the opportunity this summer, and the next, to cater for thousands of visitors to the renowned west coast destination of Muriwai Regional Park.

Cultural 27 Aug 2025

At the heart of the Pacific: Auckland’s starring role in Chief of War

The Chief of War television show ties Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland back to the Pacific Islands with its vibrant cast members and set locations.

Emergency Recovery 27 Aug 2025

Mana whenua and communities to drive recovery plans

Auckland Council is facilitating community-led recovery planning.

Council news 26 Aug 2025

Auckland Council supports an accessible Tāmaki Makaurau

Mahere Mahi mō te Hauā , the council’s Disability Action Plan is being relaunched with a fresh focus and new actions to drive change.

Council news 26 Aug 2025

Council delivers record $600 million in benefits for Aucklanders

“Investing ratepayers’ money wisely and effectively is top of mind," says Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson

Council news 26 Aug 2025

Update on proposed fortnightly rubbish collection trial

The next stage in deciding whether Auckland might move to fortnightly rubbish collections will get underway with public consultation opening in October. 

Finance 25 Aug 2025

Auckland Future Fund appoints global investment manager

A new global investment manager has been appointed by The Auckland Future Fund (AFF) Board to manage $1.3 billion in funds.