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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 205]
Watch out for whacky sheep!
Thursday, 25 August 2011, 1:55 pm | Auckland Council
As part of the Auckland Council’s HeART of the Nation festivities the Whacky Flock, 22 giant fibreglass sheep, are turning up all over the region. Decorated by schools, community groups and businesses, they sport a host of psychedelic kiwiana themes ... More >>
Shakespear Regional Park to re-open on 1 December
Wednesday, 24 August 2011, 5:22 pm | Auckland Council
Shakespear Regional Park will re-open to the public on 1 December, following a five-month closure for animal pest eradication. Those wanting to book summer camping and picnic sites at Shakespear will be able to from 6 September. More >>
Auckland pool lifeguards are NZ champs
Wednesday, 24 August 2011, 1:03 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council's pool lifeguards have added another trophy to the cabinet after taking out the National Pool Lifeguard Competition in Wellington last week. More >>
NZ’s largest revaluation draws to an end
Tuesday, 23 August 2011, 3:34 pm | Auckland Council
New Zealand’s largest-ever property revaluation is coming to an end, with almost all 515,000 properties throughout the Auckland region now valued by Auckland Council, since the process began in February. More >>
Auckland treasures on show at Auckland Libraries
Monday, 22 August 2011, 9:26 am | Auckland Council
A new exhibition on show at Central City Library is a fascinating insight in to how the Auckland region was developed. More >>
Free Internet on Auckland Wi-Fi
Thursday, 18 August 2011, 1:59 pm | Auckland Council
Aucklanders and visitors are to have access to free internet on the expanded Wi-Fi network in Auckland. Auckland Council and supplier Tomizone have entered into an agreement with Localist.co.nz to sponsor free internet in Auckland Wi-Fi from September ... More >>
Roads closed for Sir Paul Reeves' state funeral
Wednesday, 17 August 2011, 11:34 am | Auckland Council
Roads will be closed and parking restrictions put in place from today around the Anglican Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Parnell for Sir Paul Reeves' state funeral tomorrow, Thursday 18 August. More >>
Influential Queenslanders turn up the HEAT on Auckland
Tuesday, 16 August 2011, 4:20 pm | Auckland Council
Internationally acclaimed architect, Shane Thompson, and Creative Industries Manager for the Queensland State Government, Lindy Johnson, are in Auckland to discuss the successful HEAT programme that markets Australia’s design and architecture talent ... More >>
Recycling made easier in central Auckland
Tuesday, 16 August 2011, 11:53 am | Auckland Council
Look out for new LoveNZ recycling bins in key public places around the central city, making it easier for both Aucklanders and visitors to recycle. More >>
Public input sought on EQP Buildings policy
Monday, 15 August 2011, 4:48 pm | Auckland Council
Submissions open this week on Auckland Council’s Draft Earthquake-Prone, Dangerous and Insanitary Buildings Policy. Between Tuesday 16 August and Friday 16 September, 2011 , Aucklanders are invited to have their say on the draft policy, which outline’s ... More >>
Charity ball to create legacy for Auckland’s youth
Monday, 15 August 2011, 1:48 pm | Auckland Council
The Mayor and Mayoress are hosting a charity ball to raise funds to provide brighter futures for young Aucklanders. The Mayoress’ Charity Gala Ball, on Saturday 19 November, will be a spectacular night of entertainment hosted by Len Brown and his ... More >>
Auckland Council staff to depart early for RWC opening night
Monday, 15 August 2011, 1:32 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council is encouraging its employees to leave work early on the Rugby World Cup 2011’s opening night to relieve congestion in the CBD and Britomart, as well as to allow staff to enjoy the waterfront festivities planned for the evening. More >>
Help welcome the world here to play
Monday, 15 August 2011, 11:52 am | Auckland Council
Auckland Mayor Len Brown is encouraging Aucklanders to share a moment of history as our city becomes the first in New Zealand to welcome the world here to play for Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011). More >>
Environmental Initiatives Fund grants available now
Monday, 15 August 2011, 11:46 am | Auckland Council
Community groups aimed at conserving and enhancing Auckland's important natural environs and cultural heritage are invited to apply for funding. More >>
New bike hire scheme ready for Rugby World Cup 2011
Friday, 12 August 2011, 10:02 am | Auckland Council
Visitors to Auckland during Rugby World Cup 2011 will be able to hire a bike for the day to take in some of the city's landmarks and best tourist attractions. More >>
Solid report card for Auckland Council’s 1st eight months
Thursday, 11 August 2011, 5:27 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council’s first eight months means Aucklanders now enjoy a greater range of transport and library services, along with improved waterfront access. The council has also made solid progress on the Auckland Plan, which sets the city’s direction ... More >>
Clown around at Winter Splash! 2011
Thursday, 11 August 2011, 10:38 am | Auckland Council
If you fancy a refreshing dip in the sea then bring your family and friends to Auckland Council's popular annual winter swim at Mission Bay on 21 August. More >>
Aucklanders have spoken on future of communities
Tuesday, 9 August 2011, 11:21 am | Auckland Council
A new era in the development of local communities is a step closer as Auckland’s local boards consider residents’ views on the future of their area. More >>
Waiheke will have stand-alone library at Oneroa
Monday, 8 August 2011, 11:11 am | Auckland Council
A Waiheke Local Board preference for a stand-alone library at Oneroa has convinced Auckland Council's strategy and finance committee to allocate $5.1 million to allow the project to begin. More >>
Rail top priority in ten-year plan to transform Auckland
Thursday, 4 August 2011, 2:41 pm | Auckland Council
The Mayor has given his first indication of how the Auckland Plan will be implemented during the next decade with the City Rail Link the top priority. It came at a meeting of the Auckland Council Strategy and Finance Committee this afternoon. Implementation ... More >>
