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Council news 12 Sep 2025

How your targeted rates are improving Auckland’s natural environment and water quality

The Policy and Planning Committee celebrated the significant progress made towards restoring and protecting our natural environment and waterways thanks the natural environment and water quality targeted rates.

Parks / Outdoors 11 Sep 2025

5 of the best ways to enjoy spring in Auckland

Tāmaki Makaurau is one of the first parts of Aotearoa to enjoy spring.

Environment 11 Sep 2025

State of the Environment Report: Auckland is improving in part but big challenges lie ahead

Auckland’s environment is showing green shoots of recovery, yet many of our ecosystems are still in trouble.

Council news 26 Aug 2025

Auckland Council supports an accessible Tāmaki Makaurau

Mahere Mahi mō te Hauā , the council’s Disability Action Plan is being relaunched with a fresh focus and new actions to drive change.

Dogs 14 Aug 2025

Council sends clear message with latest prosecution, if a dog bites the owner will face consequences

Dog attack crisis deepens as Auckland Council shows zero tolerance for reckless owners.

Conservation 13 Aug 2025

Pest control in Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges gets underway

Pests beware – Te Ngāherehere o Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges go on the offensive.

Dogs 15 Jul 2025

Auckland Council calls for overhaul of national dog control laws

The council says legislative reform is needed to bring problems with roaming and uncontrolled dogs under control.

Council news 3 Jul 2025

Who let the dogs out? New campaign shows the impact of letting dogs roam

Auckland Council is launching a bold new marketing campaign this week, aimed at tackling Auckland’s worsening problem with roaming dogs.  

Finance 2 Jul 2025

Auckland Council adopts its Annual Plan 2025-2026

Following public consultation in March, Auckland Council has confirmed its Annual Plan for 2025/2026.

Dogs 2 Jul 2025

Stop the roaming: keep your dog and community safe

Tips to be a responsible dog owner including registering your dog, preventing roaming, exercising responsibly, and following local rules.

Community 1 Jul 2025

Keep the kids busy: Top things to do across Auckland these school holidays

School holidays are just around the corner, and if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained without spending a fortune, Auckland Council has you covered.

Climate action 23 Jun 2025

Rooting for the river and the rohe

Riverbank revival: Warkworth teens lead environmental charge

Council news 16 Jun 2025

Auckland Council and NZ Police sign memorandum of understanding

It cements and enhances the two organisations’ commitment to continue working together, now and for years to come, to keep Tāmaki Makaurau safe.

Dogs 4 Jun 2025

Auckland Council and SPCA launch landmark initiative to tackle roaming dog crisis

New dog de-sexing pilot targets Auckland’s roaming dog hotspots.

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.