Auckland’s mayor, deputy mayor and 19 councillors have officially declared to act in the best interests of the communities they represent for the next three years, following a ceremonial first meeting of the city’s newly elected Governing Body on Frida… Continue reading
The Joyful Movement – an initiative led by Auckland Council’s Community Action on Youth and Drugs (CAYAD) team – has been recognised with the New Zealand Rugby Innovation Award at the 2025 NZ Rainbow Excellence Awards.
The awards, held on Friday 24… Continue reading
Food trucks open for business
Muriwai Regional Park visitors will find a range of food options and cool refreshments available at the west coast beach hotspot this summer.
Coffee, pastries, gelato and waffles, Mexican and Mediterranean street fo… Continue reading
My deputy mayor Desley Simpson is leading a committee which will look for more savings, and the prevention of further waste of money.
The next one was to finish off the big infrastructure projects.
So far, we have strengthened… Continue reading
Auckland Council’s General Counsel Helen Wild has been appointed to the High Court of New Zealand as an Associate Judge. Continue reading
This update outlines significant progress made since April 2025 to renew and reopen tracks damaged during the severe weather events of 2023.
Auckland Council has restored and reopened multiple regional park paths in the past six months, reconnect… Continue reading
From Monday 3 November 2025, stronger planning rules take effect in Auckland to better protect people and property from natural hazards Continue reading
Did you know one of Auckland’s oldest mini golf courses, Lilliputt on Tāmaki Drive, has been part of Auckland Council’s property portfolio for several decades? Following a significant upgrade, the site now offers improved facilities for the community t… Continue reading
There’s something special about the way the light lingers in Tāmaki Makaurau during the warmer months. As the sun stretches its golden rays into the evening, Auckland transforms into a playground of possibilities – perfect for unwinding, exploring, and… Continue reading
Guy Fawkes season is upon us with fireworks going on sale in Tāmaki Makaurau very soon.
Fireworks are fun, but they can also be dangerous. Here’s a reminder on the rules and tips, so you, your friends and whānau can enjoy fireworks safely.
New Zealand … Continue reading