COVID-19 Alert Level 3

At Alert Level 3: Step 1 you can travel throughout Auckland for exercise and recreation outdoors. Our early childhood centres are open for enrolled children only.

Customer-facing facilities like leisure centres, community venues, customer service centres and libraries will remain closed until further notice. Essential services will continue.

Wear a face covering, use the NZ COVID Tracer app, maintain a 2m physical distance, wash your hands, and stay home if you are sick.

For the information about council services and closures, visit the COVID-19 section

To learn more about Auckland Council's response to COVID-19, visit OurAuckland

Water restrictions in Auckland - Water restrictions are in effect across the Auckland region. Learn more

Te tiakitanga o ngā wai o Tāmaki Makaurau

Looking after Auckland's water

Stormwater and waterway projects

Through improvement projects on our stormwater network and waterways, we try to minimise flood risks, manage stormwater and prevent water contamination.

Our Water Future

Find out how a water strategy will benefit Auckland, and how you can get involved.

Is your beach safe for swimming?

We provide water quality information for beach and freshwater locations so you can check when and where to swim.

Managing wastewater on your property

Your septic tank needs a regular pump-out service to remove scum and sludge buildup. Check for specific requirements if you live in Waitakere or Waiheke.

Flooding risks and responses

If there is immediate risk to life or property, phone 111. For non-emergencies, find out who to contact for flooding on public or private property.

Marine and freshwater environments

Find out how you can help look after our marine and freshwater environments. Plus information on the care and maintenance of septic tanks.

Rainwater tanks

Learn the advantages of collecting rainwater on your property, how to use it, and information on installing an outdoor water tank.

Stormwater infrastructure

Find information on how we manage stormwater and maintain infrastructure. Learn about your responsibilities as a property owner regarding stormwater discharges.

Funding from the water quality targeted rate goes towards a number of key programmes promoting cleaner harbours, beaches and streams. These programmes include: onsite wastewater compliance, contaminant reduction, stream rehabilitation and Safe Networks.

Healthy Waters Biodiversity Offset Bank

Find out about the Healthy Waters Biodiversity Offset Bank which allows developers and utility network operators to offset their impact on our waterways.