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Auckland Council
Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau
The Auckland Council is the local government council for the Auckland Region in New Zealand.
Services provided for Auckland, include: local roads and footpaths, water, sewerage system, rubbish, recycling and landfills, parks and sportsfields, recreation centres, libraries and pools, dog registration, civil defence, social housing.
The council was established on 1 November 2010 replacing: Auckland Regional Council, Auckland City Council, Manukau City Council, North Shore City Council, Waitakere City Council, Papakura District Council, Rodney District Council Franklin District Council.
Auckland Council - Latest News [Page 124]
Celebrate Diwali with Auckland Libraries
Thursday, 9 October 2014, 10:54 am | Auckland Council
Visit your local library during Diwali and immerse yourself in the rich world of Hindu culture. Bring the kids along to Storytime, view a beautiful exhibition of water colours by Sunil Govind Gadgil and even try some yoga! Celebrate Auckland’s ... More >>
Working together for a Waste Free Community
Wednesday, 8 October 2014, 3:36 pm | Auckland Council
Conservation Week 2014 Reuse to Reduce Market In partnership with Grey Lynn 2030 Waste Away, and as part of Conservation Week 2014 (1-9 November), Auckland Zoo is holding a Reuse to Reduce Market on Saturday 1 November, 9.30am-3pm. This year’s ... More >>
Service Sector Key Driver of Local Economy for June Quarter
Wednesday, 8 October 2014, 9:25 am | Auckland Council
Auckland’s economy experienced strong growth in the June quarter with output increasing 3.1 per cent driven primarily from the service sector which saw increases in all its 11 subsectors. More >>
Very ‘farmy’ farm day was great fun for families
Monday, 6 October 2014, 2:48 pm | Auckland Council
One of the ‘farmiest’ ever Ambury Farm Days hosted at Ambury Regional Park entertained more than 20,000 people this year. More >>
People advised to take care with unchilled food
Monday, 6 October 2014, 10:24 am | Auckland Council
People advised to take care with unchilled food As some areas of Auckland continue to wait for power to be restored, there are health concerns over food premises and residents using food that may be spoiled. To ensure that food operators and home ... More >>
Don’t rush to flush
Sunday, 5 October 2014, 5:40 pm | Watercare Services
Don’t rush to flush Watercare Asks Customers to Think Twice as Power Outages Put Pressure on Wastewater Network More >>
Civil Defence activated after Auckland power cut
Sunday, 5 October 2014, 12:23 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Civil Defence and Emergency Management’s emergency coordination centre was activated early this morning to assist with managing the effects of the Penrose substation fire. More >>
Tawharanui Takahe Release
Saturday, 4 October 2014, 12:00 pm | Auckland Council
Today we have all been welcomed here by Mana Whenua for the land mark release of 10 takahe; New Zealand’s rarest birds, with the support of the mana whenua of Te Waka Pounamu. I would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute and to sincerely ... More >>
Last Chance Cafe
Friday, 3 October 2014, 12:35 pm | Auckland Live
Media release: for immediate release Take One Demolition Letter, Add a Group of Regulars About to Lose Their Local And Stir More >>
Ewen Gilmour
Friday, 3 October 2014, 11:45 am | Auckland Council
Auckland Acting Mayor Penny Hulse says she is deeply shocked and saddened at the sudden death of westie comedian Ewen Gilmour. More >>
Fines against Auckland developer a timely reminder
Thursday, 2 October 2014, 5:00 pm | Auckland Council
On 6 August 2014 Auckland developer Donghua Liu pleaded guilty to two separate counts of failing to comply with conditions of a resource consent and performing building work without a consent. More >>
Join Us for a Digital Invasion!
Wednesday, 1 October 2014, 5:06 pm | Auckland Live
Explore Auckland CBD by tracking digital experiences during Art Week Late Night. There will be works on screens, mobile devices, walls and floors at the Aotea Centre and the AUT Sir Paul Reeves building. More >>
New public panel to advise Auckland Council on public art
Wednesday, 1 October 2014, 1:59 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland’s industry leaders in arts, culture and design are being given the opportunity by Auckland Council to help shape art in public spaces to help the council achieve its goal of becoming the world’s most liveable city. More >>
Mayoral statement on Auckland stadiums
Monday, 29 September 2014, 2:15 pm | Auckland Council
Mayoral Len Brown wants people to take a considered approach to the proposals put forward for Auckland’s sports stadiums. More >>
Local boards gain powers to object to alcohol licences
Friday, 26 September 2014, 3:59 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council has delegated local boards the power to object to alcohol licence applications in their area. More >>
Local board projects deferred to limit rates rises
Thursday, 25 September 2014, 2:25 pm | Auckland Council
Local board capital expenditure projects totalling $30 million for the year 2014-2015 have been deferred by the council’s Finance and Performance Committee. More >>
Truck load of recycling kicks off council recycling campaign
Thursday, 25 September 2014, 9:41 am | Auckland Council
A truck load of recycling was dumped in Aotea Square this morning to highlight to Aucklanders how important it is to recycle right. The event kicks off a month-long focus on recycling, and also marks the beginning of Make the Most of Waste – a ... More >>
Public transport tops Aucklanders’ priorities
Tuesday, 23 September 2014, 5:08 pm | Auckland Council
The majority of Aucklanders say better public transport, less traffic congestion, and more affordable and quality housing are the top priorities for the region. More >>
Have your say on council engagement policy
Tuesday, 23 September 2014, 3:14 pm | Auckland Council
Aucklanders are being urged to have their say on a draft policy that will shape the way council engages with the community on its key plans, policies and issues. The council’s proposed Significance and Engagement Policy aims to better understand ... More >>
Progress towards Henderson safety plan
Tuesday, 23 September 2014, 11:20 am | Auckland Council
Auckland Council and police are making significant progress in their efforts to improve community safety in hot spots around Auckland, particularly in Henderson town centre following a spate of violent incidents. A report to council’s Community ... More >>
