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Otis Frizzell’s midtown mural gets a refresh, 40 years on
The mural, depicting Queen Street in 1986, has become an integral element in midtown’s artscape, and seemingly it will never grow old.
How many consents become new homes?
Nearly 100,000 new homes built since 2018, with over 90% of consents becoming real homes. Auckland Council’s plans for more homes and greater housing choice are delivering real results.
Auckland Council removing barriers for disabled people before and during emergencies
Councillor Sharon Stewart says it’s important the needs of all Aucklanders are planned for so that no one is disadvantaged when an emergency or natural disaster hits the region.
From Maunga to Moana: Where to greet the Matariki Stars
It’s time once again to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and search for the constellation known as Matariki.
Council calls for applications to help transform water quality across Auckland
Protecting our streams: waterway fund opens for rural landowners.
Recovery
Enhancing our understanding of landslides in Tāmaki Makaurau
Auckland Council has completed a region-wide study to map landslide susceptibility to help Aucklanders understand the impacts of landslides at a regional level.
Wairau flood resilience project moving at pace
More than 200 community members came to hear an update on the blue-green project.
South Auckland storm repairs 83% complete
Auckland Transport’s flood recovery team has repaired 83 per cent of the slips that occurred on local roads in south Auckland during the 2023 extreme weather events.
Key events coming up for storm-affected communities
Keep up to date with all the community events.
Council News
Auckland Council removing barriers for disabled people before and during emergencies
Councillor Sharon Stewart says it’s important the needs of all Aucklanders are planned for so that no one is disadvantaged when an emergency or natural disaster hits the region.
Enhancing our understanding of landslides in Tāmaki Makaurau
Auckland Council has completed a region-wide study to map landslide susceptibility to help Aucklanders understand the impacts of landslides at a regional level.
Wastewater upgrades underway in Newmarket
Watercare is upgrading 1.4km of the wastewater network in Newmarket as part of a $12 million annual renewals programme to improve Auckland’s wastewater infrastructure.
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.
Development News
Otis Frizzell’s midtown mural gets a refresh, 40 years on
The mural, depicting Queen Street in 1986, has become an integral element in midtown’s artscape, and seemingly it will never grow old.
How many consents become new homes?
Nearly 100,000 new homes built since 2018, with over 90% of consents becoming real homes. Auckland Council’s plans for more homes and greater housing choice are delivering real results.
Wastewater upgrades underway in Newmarket
Watercare is upgrading 1.4km of the wastewater network in Newmarket as part of a $12 million annual renewals programme to improve Auckland’s wastewater infrastructure.
Public art’s star turn in the regeneration of midtown
Emily Trent speaks on the importance of public art in Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland.
Our Environment
Council calls for applications to help transform water quality across Auckland
Protecting our streams: waterway fund opens for rural landowners.
Enhancing our understanding of landslides in Tāmaki Makaurau
Auckland Council has completed a region-wide study to map landslide susceptibility to help Aucklanders understand the impacts of landslides at a regional level.
Hunua kōkako take flight to sing a new song at Maungatautari
A milestone in kōkako conservation: Hunua shares its precious songbirds with Maungatautari.
Water quality reporting enhanced for Aucklanders
Auckland Council's 'Water Quality and River Ecology Data Explorer' provides an interactive summary of water quality and freshwater ecology data covering our rivers, lakes, groundwater, and the coast.
Parks and Playgrounds
From Maunga to Moana: Where to greet the Matariki Stars
It’s time once again to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and search for the constellation known as Matariki.
Still time to have your say on Western Springs Stadium
Aucklanders can give feedback on the future use of Western Springs Stadium until midnight on Sunday 15 June.
5 ways to enjoy Auckland’s notable trees for Arbor Day
In honour of Arbor Day on 5 June, here are a few of Auckland’s beautiful trees to visit to celebrate our leafy city.
A game-changer for Colin Maiden Park
Ōrākei Local Board has agreed on the terms of a proposal from Auckland Cricket that will see significant upgrades at the park to support the relocation of its domestic cricket operations.
Transport News
Easing your evening commute on Mount Smart Road
Smart changes proposed for Mount Smart Road will mean less time stuck in traffic at the end of a long day.
Safe rail bridges coming for Glen Innes, Takaanini and Te Mahia
New pedestrian overbridges at Glen Innes, Takaanini and Te Mahia stations will improve safety and support more frequent and reliable train services when the City Rail Link opens.
Auckland Transport seeks feedback on unclogging Dominion Road congestion
Auckland Transport (AT) is asking for feedback to change the operating hours of Dominion Road’s southbound bus lane by one hour, to help improve congestion and keep your city moving.
Council gives support to accelerate level crossing removals
Auckland Council today approved acceleration of the programme to remove level crossings at Takaanini and Glen Innes.
Waste Updates
Students rebuild derelict houses using construction and demolition waste
An industry training programme is equipping the next generation of builders and tradespeople with the skills to reuse and repurpose materials – and save them from landfill.
Check out storm materials for your DIY project
If you’re about to dive into some DIY, check out the materials from storm-damaged homes that are available at your community recycling centre.
Blaze sparks wake-up call: Auckland Council urges industry vigilance on battery disposal
Due to the Lithium fire fallout, Auckland Council says industry must play by the rules
Rodney moving to council rubbish collections
Rodney residents will have council rubbish collections funded by residential property rates from 1 September 2025.
