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Environment 11 Jan 2024

Watercare helps improve stormwater quality at Takapuna Beach

Good news for those planning to visit Takapuna Beach this summer! Latest water sampling shows that the recent work done by Watercare along the foreshore continues to improve the quality of the stormwater that flows into Takapuna Beach.

Council news 11 Jan 2024

Bronze sculpture targeted at Auckland Botanic Gardens

A $50,000 bronze sculpture has been vandalised and multiple pieces stolen from the Auckland Botanic Gardens, in the latest attack on public assets at the Manurewa grounds.

Beaches 10 Jan 2024

Harbour pollution seen up close

Manukau Harbour Forum chair Jon Turner has been out with Sea Cleaners to see contamination and pollution for himself.

Council news 9 Jan 2024

City Centre Advisory Panel Update – Safety and Recovery

Safety in the central city and its post-Pandemic recovery were two key topics of discussion at the City Centre Advisory Panel meeting on Monday 11 September 2023.

Mayor 3 Jan 2024

Mayor Wayne Brown: My one wish for 2024

When I reflect on the past few months, a particular moment stands out to me. When I discovered that I’d come into office and was faced with a $365 million hole in the budget, I was shocked, but it solidified my resolve to fix Auckland.

Youth / Rangatahi 1 Jan 2024

Explore the Manukau Harbour's beaches

Everone heads for the beach in summer - and almost always to the east coach. That means the Manukau Harbour is seldom crowded despite offering superb swimming.

1 Jan 2024

50 fantastic fun and free things to do this summer

To provide some inspiration for the warm longer days, here are 50 free activities from across the region for you to enjoy a fun-filled summer in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Emergency Recovery 22 Dec 2023

Auckland's first property buyouts to be settled

Auckland Council is completing the purchase of four storm-affected properties ahead of Christmas, the first high-risk homes to be acquired in Auckland following the devastating storms early this year.

Zero Waste 21 Dec 2023

Funding for zero-waste initiatives secured

Twenty-nine community organisations and businesses are set to receive a total of $609,000 from Auckland Council’s Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund (WMIF).

21 Dec 2023

Summer is calling

Make the most of Tāmaki Makaurau this summer. Sing and dance along to fantastic tunes, enjoy spectacular sporting events, relax with your whānau with a movie under the stars or explore Auckland’s arts, culture and vibrant city centre.

Climate action 21 Dec 2023

El Niño to blow hot and cold this summer

Don't get caught short this summer - check water tanks regularly

Emergency Recovery 21 Dec 2023

Watch the webinar recording: Support for storm-affected homes

The Tāmaki Makaurau Recovery Office hosted a webinar, ‘Support for storm-affected homes’ on Monday 18 December to share information about funding schemes and assistance for storm-damaged properties. 

Last updated on 21 December
Emergency Recovery 21 Dec 2023

Waitākere Regional Park and tracks update

Multiple tracks at Waitākere Ranges Regional Park remain closed due to slips or dangerous trees.

Hauraki Gulf 20 Dec 2023

Top tips for boaties

Heading to the Hauraki Gulf by boat? Here are our top tips on how you can protect our Hauraki Gulf from waste and pests.  

Council news 20 Dec 2023

Auckland Transport Chair appointed

Richard Leggat will take up the role of AT board Chair from 1 February 2024

Environment news 20 Dec 2023

Cans for Kai a hit for Westhaven Marina’s boaties

Boaties playing their recycling part this summer