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Council news 3 Jun 2025

Easing your evening commute on Mount Smart Road

Smart changes proposed for Mount Smart Road will mean less time stuck in traffic at the end of a long day.

Council news 3 Jun 2025

Community-led projects get a boost from Ngā Hapori Momoho grant allocations

A range of projects led by community groups have been allocated a share of $303,119 from Auckland Council in the latest round of Ngā Hapori Momoho | Thriving Communities grants for 2024/2025.

Libraries 3 Jun 2025

Check it out: Auckland Council Libraries trial board game lending

The programme gives Aucklanders the opportunity to connect, play and learn together.

Emergency Recovery 1 Jun 2025

Day in the life: Navigator Lorelle White

Lorelle is part of a team of navigators employed to support storm-impacted whānau.

Development 30 May 2025

New Development Contributions Policy approved

The 2025 Contributions Policy supports a 30-year plan of infrastructure needs in the investment priority areas in Auckland and associated funding.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 29 May 2025

Waiheke Response Team being established by Auckland Emergency Management

The new team will be made up of trained local volunteers who will serve as emergency responders.

Dogs 29 May 2025

It's time to register your dog - save if you register now

Put a red tag on it: time to register your dog

Council news 28 May 2025

Safeguarding the health of Manukau Harbour

Auckland’s Manukau Harbour Te Maanukanuka-o-Hoturoa is well-loved and well-used by Aucklanders – so it’s important we continue to protect the health and vitality of the harbour.

Libraries 28 May 2025

Auckland Council Libraries Celebrates Samoan Language Week with a new children’s book release

To celebrate Vaiaso o le Gagana Samoa - Samoan Language Week (1 – 7 June) Auckland Council Libraries and Oratia Books are launching a new bilingual picture book.  

Conservation 28 May 2025

Survey sheds light on coastal bird’s decline across the Auckland region

Pipit in peril – survey uncovers sharp drop in coastal bird numbers.

Community 28 May 2025

5 royal ways to celebrate King’s Birthday weekend

Try something new this King's Birthday weekend with activities fit for royalty! Give some of King Charles' hobbies a go, from beekeeping to tree planting.

Conservation 28 May 2025

Free natives to help grow Auckland’s forest canopy

Native plant giveaway for a wilder Auckland.

Council news 26 May 2025

“It takes a village!” Hihi fly the coop after record breaking breeding season

A record 277 hihi / stitchbirds fledged on Tiritiri Matangi Island this breeding season, allowing many birds to spread their wings and leave the flock.

Emergency Recovery 23 May 2025

West Auckland Cyclone Gabrielle road repairs 80% complete

Auckland Transport’s flood recovery team has repaired 80% of the slips that occurred on local roads in the west Auckland area during the early 2023 extreme weather events.

Development 23 May 2025

City centre opens up for more homes and jobs

Taller buildings and increased development capacity makes room for well over four times the number of homes and businesses in Auckland's city centre.

Parks / Outdoors 22 May 2025

Winter gardening tips from the pros at Auckland Botanic Gardens

Want to know what to plant in your garden for winter blossoms? The Auckland Botanic Gardens are blooming with inspiration and advice for every season.