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Arts 3 Feb 2025

Pocket art guide updated with 10 new artworks showcasing toi Māori in Tāmaki Makaurau

‘Te Paparahi Toi Māori’ the Auckland Art Walk guide relaunches in 2025 with new public Māori artwork to see.

Arts 31 Jan 2025

Art making out west?

We seek applications now, from experienced and adventurous artists for our 2025 park based artist’s residency.

Youth / Rangatahi 31 Jan 2025

Buzzing from the world stage to Auckland’s elections

The dynamic new digital platform Buzzly, has won at the World Summit Awards 2024 for Digital Innovation with Social Impact.

Council news 30 Jan 2025

Final step underway to decide council election boundaries

Auckland Council’s final proposal for representation arrangements will soon be considered by the Local Government Commission.

Waste 29 Jan 2025

Flaming start to the new year for waste trucks

2025 is off to a fiery start for Auckland’s waste trucks with five rubbish and recycling truck fires in the first two weeks of January.  

Conservation 29 Jan 2025

Kauri dieback: clean bill of health for Hūnua Ranges

Hūnua Ranges remain healthy and kauri dieback free.

Pools 28 Jan 2025

Make a splash at these toddler pools this summer

If you've got young children looking to keep cool during summer, head to one of Auckland Council's many toddler-friendly pools.

Community 24 Jan 2025

Homai Station access upgraded during rail closure

Homai Station is now ready for more frequent train services when the City Rail Link opens in 2026, with safer access to the station as well as improvements for the local blind and low vision community. 

Emergency Recovery 23 Jan 2025

Auckland storm recovery 2-year update

2 years on: an update on Auckland's recovery from major 2023 storms

Transport 23 Jan 2025

80% of 800+ slips on local roads repaired in Auckland

Auckland Transport’s flood recovery programme is ahead of schedule with 80% of more than 800 large road slips repaired

23 Jan 2025

Make the most of Auckland this Anniversary Weekend

Enjoy the long weekend with these great family friendly activities!

Emergency Recovery 23 Jan 2025

News - Auckland over 80% through storm recovery

Auckland Council has made strong and steady progress in its recovery efforts from the 2023 storms, completing more than 80% of priority activities two years on.

Beaches 23 Jan 2025

Dive into the long weekend with Safeswim

Your guide to safe summer swimming in Auckland.

Heritage 21 Jan 2025

Two iconic hotels among Council’s Regional Historic Heritage Grant recipients

Two long-standing hospitality venues, at opposite ends of Auckland, will get some help to future-proof through Auckland Council’s Regional Historic Heritage Grant.

Council news 21 Jan 2025

Have your say on proposed changes to Auckland’s dog rules

Changes to where dogs can go on and off-leash are being proposed for some parks and beaches.

Cultural 20 Jan 2025

Waitangi Day festivities in Tāmaki Makaurau

Free, family-friendly events full of tasty kai, great music and enriching kōrero to commemorate our national holiday!