Auckland City Council - Latest News [Page 19]
Integrated approach to liquor licensing proposed
Thursday, 13 August 2009, 4:32 pm | Auckland City Council
Aucklanders will soon have the opportunity to give their views on Auckland City Council's draft Liquor licensing policy, which was considered today by the City Development Committee. More >>
Progress on street trading policies
Wednesday, 12 August 2009, 5:22 pm | Auckland City Council
As more businesses seek to use public land for commercial purposes, the council is continuing to develop its street trading policies. “Street trading helps to create a vibrant city and is commonplace around the world. We want to ensure we get the ... More >>
Submission supports SH20 Waterview alignment
Friday, 7 August 2009, 9:16 am | Auckland City Council
Auckland City Council’s submission on New Zealand Transport Agency’s proposed SH20 Waterview alignment supports the project on the condition it includes steps to mitigate and enhance the affected areas. More >>
Plans for a safer Ponsonby Road
Thursday, 6 August 2009, 4:52 pm | Auckland City Council
Auckland City Council’s Transport Committee has today endorsed a proposal to reduce Ponsonby Road’s current 50km/h speed limit to 40km/h. The proposal is expected to be in place by September 2009. More >>
Precautionary measures following dog deaths
Wednesday, 5 August 2009, 10:43 am | Auckland City Council
In light of the recent reported incidents of dogs and other wildlife becoming ill and dying after being on North Shore city beaches, Auckland City Council is advising people to exercise caution when visiting beaches in the Auckland city and Hauraki ... More >>
Get your arts project funded and off the ground
Monday, 3 August 2009, 1:13 pm | Auckland City Council
Do you or your community group have a project that will help increase participation in the arts at a local level and increase the range and diversity of arts available to communities? Then you could be eligible for funding and advice from Auckland City ... More >>
Using your inbox, not your letterbox
Monday, 27 July 2009, 3:04 pm | Auckland City Council
To make it easier for ratepayers, as well as saving time and reducing waste, Auckland City Council ratepayers will soon be able to receive their rates bill by email, along with email reminders of when payments are due. More >>
A distinctive style for Elliott and Darby streets
Thursday, 16 July 2009, 1:29 pm | Auckland City Council
Consultation has begun on the draft design for the Elliott Street and Darby Street upgrade. Located in the heart of the city between Queen, Wellesley and Victoria streets, the area around Elliott Street and Darby Street is evolving as a destination with ... More >>
Think smart on game day
Wednesday, 15 July 2009, 5:08 pm | Auckland City Council
One of the biggest nights on the rugby calendar hits Auckland this weekend, so it’s time to develop your own game plan. The Bledisloe Cup is the ultimate symbol of Trans Tasman rivalry and sees the All Blacks battle it out against the Wallabies at Eden ... More >>
Auckland city protects character of town centres
Thursday, 9 July 2009, 2:29 pm | Auckland City Council
Transition Agency confirms Waiheke waste contract
Tuesday, 7 July 2009, 3:45 pm | Auckland City Council
Auckland City Council is to proceed in rolling out a new waste management scheme on Waiheke Island. More >>
Farewell for zoo’s Florida-bound orang utans
Tuesday, 7 July 2009, 10:23 am | Auckland City Council
Three of Auckland Zoo’s Bornean orang utans, two of whom have been part of the zoo family for over a quarter of a century, will relocate to a Florida zoo in late July to assist the captive breeding programme for their species. A public farewell ... More >>
Chinese digital communities launched
Friday, 3 July 2009, 10:56 am | Auckland City Council
Auckland City Libraries and the New Zealand Chinese Association Auckland Inc. have collaborated to develop the first New Zealand Chinese digital communities website. More >>
Auckland City Council finalises ten-year-plan
Thursday, 18 June 2009, 4:39 pm | Auckland City Council
$460 million planned in capital expenditure and an average rates increase kept below the council’s rate of inflation – at two per cent – that’s what Auckland City Council will be delivering in 2009/2010. More >>
Wetter is better these holidays at Auckland Zoo
Thursday, 18 June 2009, 10:10 am | Auckland City Council
Grab your gumboots, wrap up warm, and lose those winter blues! It’s raining fun at Auckland Zoo these July school holidays (4 July – 19 July). The zoo is celebrating the winter climate with wet weather games, 'feedback@star-times.co.nz'daily ‘Splish ... More >>
Nominations wanted for expanded safety awards
Thursday, 11 June 2009, 2:11 pm | Auckland City Council
Do you know of a great activity that has been initiated in Auckland city or within your local community that has increased people’s safety and wellbeing? More >>
Addressing anti-social behaviour and homelessness
Thursday, 11 June 2009, 12:52 pm | Auckland City Council
Key stakeholders working to address the social issues of homelessness and anti-social behaviour in Auckland’s CBD have proposed a number of practical responses to improve the current situation. More >>
Celebrate Maori New Year at Matariki Festival 09
Wednesday, 10 June 2009, 11:02 am | Auckland City Council
Joint media release Auckland City Council Manukau City Council North Shore City Council Waitakere City Council More >>
Triple celebration as zoo’s tiger cubs turn one
Tuesday, 26 May 2009, 9:50 am | Auckland City Council
A first birthday normally marks a special day, but when the guests of honour are three critically endangered Sumatran tiger cubs, the celebration is a triple treat. Auckland Zoo will host a tiger-themed birthday party on Saturday 13 June with live ... More >>
Zoo embraces marine theme for World Environment
Wednesday, 20 May 2009, 2:50 pm | Auckland City Council
A photographic exhibition at Auckland Zoo from 1 to 7 June in celebration of World Environment Day (5 June) is a rare opportunity for locals to view exquisite images of one this region’s most pristine harbours. More >>