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Finance 27 Feb 2026

Six-month results: investing in Auckland’s future

Auckland Council’s six-month results show sustained progress with infrastructure investment, transport improvements and enhanced community services.

Flood resilience 26 Mar 2026

Flood risk rising - Auckland communities leading the way in flood readiness

Neighbours helping neighbours: grassroots effort builds flood preparedness

Council news 25 Mar 2026

Auckland’s annual plan – give your feedback by this Sunday

Aucklanders have until this Sunday (29 March) to provide their feedback on Auckland Council’s plan for the year ahead.

Council news 20 Mar 2026

Venue access: how we manage our bookable community spaces

Auckland Council’s Director of Community Rachel Kelleher responds to concerns about the council’s approach to venue hire of our community meeting halls and shared spaces.

Community news 17 Mar 2026

Experience a World of Cultures right here in Tāmaki Makaurau through this beloved two-week festival

Auckland Council is proud to announce the return of World of Cultures, a spectacular two-week festival celebrating the rich diversity that defines Tāmaki Makaurau. 

Community news 9 Mar 2026

Upskill yourself for free in Tāmaki Makaurau

From sewing and cycling to food skills and digital learning, here are some great ways to upskill for free.

Finance 4 Mar 2026

Auckland’s next steps: regeneration projects progress across the region

Auckland Council’s Annual Plan sets out the priority activities and investments for the year ahead.

Recovery: Milford 16 Feb 2026

Ngā Wairau through my lens

A new competition is inviting youth and rangatahi to share their own perspective on Wairau through photography

Development 13 Feb 2026

Northcote’s new community hub gets underway

Northcote is rapidly transforming.

Community news 2 Feb 2026

Escape to "The Chev"

Whether you’re saving pennies or just short on time, here is how to spend a perfect weekend exploring the best of Point Chev.  

Zero Waste 20 Jan 2026

Zero-waste resolutions for every lifestyle

No matter what you’re passionate about, there’s a way to reduce waste in everything you do.

Things to do 20 Jan 2026

Get out and about in Auckland with these wonderful winter walks

The coldest months of the year are upon us, and curling up on the couch to binge-watch a new series is an essential winter activity.

Elections 18 Dec 2025

No discrepancies with west Auckland votes

There are no issues with voting in the west Auckland wards in the recent local elections.

Zero Waste 15 Dec 2025

One year on: Anamata’s journey of recovery and renewal

One year after a major fire tore through the Anamata Shop and main shed at the Aotea Community Recycling Centre (CRC) on Aotea / Great Barrier Island, the team reflect on what has happened since.

Kids / Family 15 Dec 2025

Unmissable family-friendly fun in Tāmaki Makaurau this 2026

Tāmaki Makaurau is bursting with family-friendly activities year-round, offering something for every interest and budget.

Council news 12 Dec 2025

Auckland Council summer opening hours

Find out about summer hours for libraries, pools, rubbish and recycling collections, and more.