News

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Sep 2026

Think “it’ll be right”? El Niño is here, and preparation matters

Auckland weather may be changeable this summer. Are you prepared?

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Sep 2026

Aucklanders urged to get tsunami-ready

You don’t have to live in a tsunami zone to be impacted by one, you could be working, visiting friends or family or enjoying a day at the beach

Conservation 11 Sep 2026

Meet Theo and Lilly: Auckland’s newest biosecurity dream team

There’s a new nose on the biosecurity beat and she’s very good at her job.

Mayor 11 Sep 2026

Members appointed to Auckland’s new Regional Transport Committee

Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown have confirmed appointments to the newly established Auckland Regional Transport Committee (ARTC), an important step in strengthening Auckland’s transport governance.

Mayor 11 Sep 2026

CRL opening puts Auckland on track for the future

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown, Ministers, Councillors and iwi have officially opened Auckland’s City Rail Link

Mayor 9 Sep 2026

New Zealand leaders call for national solution to tourism funding gap

Auckland Council, alongside other mayors and major tourism industry peak bodies, is calling for a unified, national approach to fix the systematic and significant underfunding of essential local visitor services and attractions.

Things to do 7 Sep 2026

Manurewa treasures

Get your shopping fix, connect with nature and dive into the fun that Manurewa has to offer.

Things to do 7 Sep 2026

Five ways to take part in Second Hand September

Give good things a second life this month by participating in Second Hand September.

Heritage news 1 Sep 2026

Tastes of Tāmaki: Auckland Heritage Festival returns with a feast of history and culture

The Auckland Heritage Festival is now happening, find out about the excellent events happening in your area.

Community news 28 Aug 2026

Māngere community fund opens to bring local recovery plan to life

Māngere locals are being invited to put forward ideas that strengthen recovery, wellbeing and resilience through a new $300,000 community fund.

Community news 27 Aug 2026

Historic locomotive finds new home at Huia Settlers Museum

A historic steam locomotive that helped build two of Auckland's most important water supply dams is now on public display outside the Huia Settlers Museum.

Things to do 27 Aug 2026

Never too late to learn

Aucklanders are being given the chance to discover the joy of lifelong learning this Adult Learners’ Week He Tangata Mātauranga.

Community news 27 Aug 2026

Active Apirana mountain bike park set to open this summer

The Active Apirana mountain bike park is set to roll into action this summer.

Council news 27 Aug 2026

Te Puna Creative Innovation Quarter recognised in international economic development awards

A long-term regeneration initiative to boost jobs and skills and stimulate investment in west Auckland has earned a prestigious international economic development award. 

Development 27 Aug 2026

Aucklanders get another say on Plan Change 120

Aucklanders have another opportunity to have their say on proposed changes to Plan Change 120, providing more housing choices alongside stronger protections from natural hazards.