Development

Wai Manawa / Le Roys Bush tracks reopen

The popular Wai Manawa / Le Roys Bush route is open again, with new tracks, boardwalks and a 17m bridge reconnecting Birkenhead and Little Shoal Bay.

Tiaki Promise mural takes Auckland’s street art experience to dazzling new heights

40 murals, 40 years, and now a multi-award-winning highlight.

Open banking startup secures $5 million, citing GridAKL as an incubator doing innovation well

"Qippay is a great example of a locally founded company developing solutions with global potential” – Pam Ford.

Double gold for Public Art at the 2026 Best Design Awards

The awards celebrate creativity, cultural leadership and collaboration of artists, mana whenua, designers, project partners and council teams.

38,000 more homes possible if proposed planning rule changes are adopted

New modelling predicts more homes could be enabled in accessible locations closer to jobs, services and public transport.

Central Interceptor leads a step-change for Auckland’s water quality

Future-proofing Auckland, the Central Interceptor leads a vast programme set to enhance swimmability across Auckland's urban beaches in the long-term. 

Rā Hihi - flyover gives valuable time back to East Aucklanders

One East Auckland family saves about 10 minutes a day, or 50 minutes a week.

Whistlestop tour: Your ‘rail roadie’ south, east and west

Part three of our whistlestop series. Your weekend ride on the new rail network.