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Auckland Council backs environmental stars with a burst of funding
Sixty-four conservation projects carried out by mana whenua and community groups around Tāmaki Makaurau have received Auckland Council funding in the current financial year to help protect, restore and enhance the natural environment.
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.
Aroha in action: generations share mahi and vision at 2025 Symposium
A harbour worth fighting for as the Manukau Harbour Symposium sparks action and optimism.
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.
Plan ahead now for heavy rain today, Auckland Emergency Management urges Aucklanders
MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for Auckland and Aotea Great Barrier Island effective 3pm today until midnight (Wednesday 4 June).
Recovery
Key events coming up for storm-affected communities
Keep up to date with all the community events.
Future use of storm-affected land
What Auckland Council is doing with storm-affected land.
West Auckland Cyclone Gabrielle road repairs 80% complete
Auckland Transport’s flood recovery team has repaired 80% of the slips that occurred on local roads in the west Auckland area during the early 2023 extreme weather events.
Reminder: categorisation programme is closed
Following recent bad weather, the Recovery Office has noted an increase in homeowners asking to join the categorisation programme.
Council News
Auckland Council backs environmental stars with a burst of funding
Sixty-four conservation projects carried out by mana whenua and community groups around Tāmaki Makaurau have received Auckland Council funding in the current financial year to help protect, restore and enhance the natural environment.
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.
Plan ahead now for heavy rain today, Auckland Emergency Management urges Aucklanders
MetService has issued a heavy rain warning for Auckland and Aotea Great Barrier Island effective 3pm today until midnight (Wednesday 4 June).
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.
Development News
New Development Contributions Policy approved
The 2025 Contributions Policy supports a 30-year plan of infrastructure needs in the investment priority areas in Auckland and associated funding.
City centre opens up for more homes and jobs
Taller buildings and increased development capacity makes room for well over four times the number of homes and businesses in Auckland's city centre.
Albert Park end of Victoria Street’s linear park OPENS
Watched over by the ancient trees of Albert Park, four new trees - pūriri, pōhutukawa, titoki and rewarewa - now shade Victoria Street East.
Watercare upgrades water network to support future growth in Pukekohe and Buckland
Watercare has completed a $2m project to ultimately increase the capacity of the water network in Pukekohe and Buckland.
Our Environment
Auckland Council backs environmental stars with a burst of funding
Sixty-four conservation projects carried out by mana whenua and community groups around Tāmaki Makaurau have received Auckland Council funding in the current financial year to help protect, restore and enhance the natural environment.
Aroha in action: generations share mahi and vision at 2025 Symposium
A harbour worth fighting for as the Manukau Harbour Symposium sparks action and optimism.
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.
Survey sheds light on coastal bird’s decline across the Auckland region
Pipit in peril – survey uncovers sharp drop in coastal bird numbers.
Parks and Playgrounds
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.
5 royal ways to celebrate King’s Birthday weekend
Try something new this King's Birthday weekend with activities fit for royalty! Give some of King Charles' hobbies a go, from beekeeping to tree planting.
Winter gardening tips from the pros at Auckland Botanic Gardens
Want to know what to plant in your garden for winter blossoms? The Auckland Botanic Gardens are blooming with inspiration and advice for every season.
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
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.
Oriental fruit fly restrictions lifted – Birkdale area
Controls on the movement of fruit and vegetables in Auckland’s Birkdale area have been lifted after no further evidence of the Oriental fruit fly was found in the area.
