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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 208]
Thousands have their say on Auckland Unleashed
Wednesday, 15 June 2011, 5:02 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Unleashed, the discussion document to kick-start the Auckland Plan guiding the city’s growth and development over the next 30 years, received nearly 4000 pieces of feedback from residents and stakeholders. More >>
Reduced borrowing costs could save council $10million a year
Wednesday, 15 June 2011, 1:55 pm | Auckland Council
Savings to Auckland Council of up to $10 million a year in borrowing costs would result from the passing of the Local Government Borrowing Bill, members of the Future Vision Committee heard today. More >>
No prosecutions for Palace Hotel collapse
Wednesday, 15 June 2011, 9:22 am | Auckland Council
No prosecutions against any of the companies or individuals involved will be undertaken in relation to the collapse of the Palace Hotel in November last year. More >>
Government support to tackle homelessness welcomed
Tuesday, 14 June 2011, 2:46 pm | Auckland Council
Councillor Dr Cathy Casey is pleased the Government will consider its suggestion for a nationwide approach to tackle the issue of homelessness. More >>
Piha to Host Writer's And Reader's Season
Tuesday, 14 June 2011, 12:43 pm | Auckland Council
Some big names in the literary world will be making appearances on the wild west coast this winter - as part of the inagaural Writer's and Reader's Festival, hosted by the Piha Library Trust. More >>
Ethnic Peoples Advisory Panel chair elected
Tuesday, 14 June 2011, 10:02 am | Auckland Council
Dr Camille Nakhid, a senior lecturer at AUT University, has been elected chair of Auckland Council's Ethnic Peoples Advisory Panel. More >>
Auckland Mayor in the Chair in New Lynn
Monday, 13 June 2011, 12:00 pm | Auckland Council
Len Brown is heading to New Lynn for his next Mayor in the Chair session on Friday (17 June). More >>
Convention Centre will boost Auckland economy
Sunday, 12 June 2011, 1:29 pm | Auckland Council
The Mayor says the New Zealand International Convention Centre will attract more than 180,000 delegates a year to Auckland, providing a significant boost to our tourism sector. More >>
Auckland city centre....your verdict so far
Friday, 10 June 2011, 4:33 pm | Auckland Council
Tourists need more sign posts! Where are the bike stands? More free stuff for students and kids to do. Why do the shops close so early? The form and design of the city needs a serious boost Make it easier to walk around Do something with the empty building ... More >>
Heritage and environmental funds now open
Friday, 10 June 2011, 9:24 am | Auckland Council
Applications are now open for a range of Auckland Council funds aimed at supporting community-driven environment initiatives and preserving the region’s rich heritage. More >>
World's most liveable city must also be most visitable
Friday, 10 June 2011, 9:17 am | Auckland Council
The Mayor is calling for Auckland to be the world's most visitable, as well as the most liveable city, and warns we need to lift our game. More >>
Avondale community meeting with Mayor
Thursday, 9 June 2011, 12:39 pm | Auckland Council
The Mayor is inviting Avondale locals to an informal community meeting on Tuesday 28 June. More >>
Watercare Status Update
Wednesday, 8 June 2011, 11:33 am | Watercare Services
For your information here is a short update on status on work and developments at the Hunua 4 project site in Onehunga as at 11am this morning. More >>
Fatality at construction site
Saturday, 4 June 2011, 2:08 pm | Watercare Services
Watercare can confirm that one person died and six people were taken to hospital following an incident at a construction site in Onehunga, Auckland, today. More >>
A Diary Date - Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki
Friday, 3 June 2011, 2:37 pm | Auckland Council
The countdown has begun – the newly developed Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki will open its doors on Saturday 3 September 2011. After six years’ planning and three of construction on the main building, the announcement of this date signifies ... More >>
Review highlights Auckland’s international relationships
Thursday, 2 June 2011, 4:57 pm | Auckland Council
A review of 30 international relationships forged with other cities and countries by the region’s seven former local authorities could see 19 retained by Auckland Council, seven continuing as community-led affiliations while four will end. More >>
Heritage and environmental funds now open across the region
Thursday, 2 June 2011, 4:50 pm | Auckland Council
Applications are now open for a range of Auckland Council funds aimed at supporting community-driven environment initiatives and preserving the region’s rich heritage. More >>
Auckland property valuations coming in October
Thursday, 2 June 2011, 4:21 pm | Auckland Council
In October, property owners in Auckland will receive their first rating valuation from Auckland Council. More >>
$1billion of capital works a boost for Auckland
Thursday, 2 June 2011, 3:20 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council has confirmed its commitment to making Auckland the world’s most liveable city by approving $1 billion of major capital works across the region, while maintaining a proposed 3.94% rates increase for ratepayers. More >>
Sign up to the Eco Smart Business programme
Thursday, 2 June 2011, 1:49 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council is encouraging companies in the region to sign up for the Eco Smart Business programme in order to turn green into gold. Run by the Employers and Manufacturers’ Association (EMA) with the support of council and the Energy Efficiency and Conservation ... More >>
