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Mayor welcomes government support to accelerate growth in the right places

Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown has welcomed the government’s approach and willingness to support Auckland Council plans to allow it to accelerate growth in the right places.

Federal Street - unique lights illuminate artwork to create outdoor gallery experience

A once reflective, quiet urban backyard, used mainly by the residents of upper Federal Street, has become a living art experience.

Papakura says bye-bye bin tags

250 visitors flock to Pukekohe Water Treatment Plant

More than 250 people visited the newly-reopened Pukekohe Water Treatment Plant this month to explore and learn the role it plays in Auckland’s integrated water network.

Turnip the Beet: Cook up savings with better meal planning

The average New Zealand household wastes $1,500 worth of food each year—that’s the equivalent of three full shopping trolleys of groceries!

Help stop the spread of exotic caulerpa in Tāmaki Makaurau

Two species of exotic caulerpa have been found in Tāmaki Makaurau. It is critical that all Aucklanders, from boat users to beach goers, understand how to recognise exotic caulerpa and how to avoid spreading it.

Funding round opens for Sport and Recreation Regional Programme Grant

“We want even more young people to participate in sport, and sports organisations play a key role in achieving this goal.”

What makes a sinkhole - we explain

Sinkholes form when soil under the ground is eroded by water, and they can happen naturally or as a result of human activities.

Pasifika hits the right vibe for Mayor

The vibrant sights and sounds of Pasifika 2025 was front and centre for Mayor Wayne Brown.  

Working with the community to prevent flooding in the Wairau catchment

Auckland Council proposes flood resilience project at AF Thomas Park to reduce the risk of flooding and enhance community space.

Breathing New Life into Takarunga/ Mt Victoria: Revitalising the Summit

The Tūpuna Maunga Authority is pleased to share a major transformation at the tihi (summit)of Takarunga / Mt Victoria in Devonport.

Avondale’s new community hub gets set to connect

Great progress is underway in the preparations to build Te Hono – the new Avondale library, community hub, and upgraded town square.

Watercare activates drought plan, stresses water restrictions unlikely

Ongoing dry weather has tipped Auckland’s total dam storage level just below the ‘preparing for a drought’ level in Watercare’s Drought Management Plan.

Te Whau Pathway: Photos show construction progress as milestone reached

The first part of Te Whau Pathway is on track to be completed in 2026, with half of the Northwestern Cycleway to Horowai Reserve section in Te Atatū finished last week – a major milestone for the project.

Te Aka Raataa: Regenerating Te Puhinui for a Greener Future

A major transformation is underway for Te Puhinui / Puhinui Stream.

Immerse yourself in nature with these epic Auckland running and hiking tracks

Get outdoors and explore Auckland this summer by hiking through our beautiful countryside.