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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 4]
Tātaki Auckland Unlimited Announces Final $5 Million For Tennis Auckland Roof Project
Thursday, 18 December 2025, 3:16 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown says it’s about making the most of key assets and encouraging sporting events that deliver real value for Aucklanders. More >>
Call For Stories With Flavour As Nominations Open For Iconic Auckland Eats 2026
Monday, 15 December 2025, 6:12 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
The final Top 100 Iconic Auckland Eats list will be announced in May 2026. More >>
Pasifika Festival To Return With Refreshed New Look For 2026
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 3:18 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
Since beginning in 1993, the festival has become a must-attend event for many and a cornerstone festival of Auckland’s cultural landscape. More >>
Just Add (A Little) Water: Watercare’s Five Family-Friendly Gift Ideas For A Waterwise Christmas
Thursday, 11 December 2025, 1:36 pm | Watercare
“As part of our ‘Every Drop Counts’ water efficiency campaign, we’re sharing some family-friendly holiday gift ideas that guarantee a whole lot of fun with just a little bit of water,” says Watercare's head of water Sharon Danks. More >>
Splash Safely! Auckland Council Urges Summer Vigilance Around Pop-Up Pools
Wednesday, 10 December 2025, 10:07 am | Auckland Council
The call comes in the wake of a recent tragedy involving a toddler who drowned in a temporary above-ground pool. More >>
Auckland Council Launches $1 Million Grant To Supercharge Community Climate Action And Emergency Readiness
Tuesday, 9 December 2025, 8:40 am | Auckland Council
Councillor Richard Hills, Chair of Policy, Planning and Development Committee says community groups told Auckland Council they wanted a single, streamlined funding process to cut duplication and make applying easier. More >>
Sector Leaders Back Auckland’s Tourism And Events Push
Friday, 5 December 2025, 12:24 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
The gathering of nearly 300 industry leaders including Mayor Wayne Brown, Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Louise Upston, and key partners from across the visitor economy, highlighted a strong sense of momentum More >>
Lanterns, Light And Community Spirit To Shine At BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival 2026
Tuesday, 2 December 2025, 8:25 am | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
First held in 2000, the BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival has grown to become New Zealand’s largest cultural festival, attracting more than 110,000 visitors each year to enjoy the sights, sounds and flavours of Chinese and Pan-Asian culture. More >>
‘Every Drop Counts’: Watercare Reminds Aucklanders To Use Water Wisely This Summer
Monday, 1 December 2025, 8:19 am | Watercare
Watercare head of water Sharon Danks says the region’s water supply is in great shape heading into the warmer months – but water use can rise dramatically when temperatures rise. More >>
Te Ngāherehere O Kohukohunui / Hūnua Ranges Pest Control Programme Completed
Thursday, 20 November 2025, 11:26 am | Auckland Council
Auckland Council Regional Parks Manager Scott De Silva says visitors to the parks must remain aware they are entering an area recently treated with a toxin. More >>
Watercare Begins Stage 2 Of Critical Watermain Repairs Beneath Auckland Harbour Bridge
Tuesday, 18 November 2025, 11:32 am | Watercare
Stage 2 of the Auckland Harbour Bridge repairs will see crews replace several roller supports that protect the lifespan of the two 1.2-kilometre pipelines that run under the landmark bridge. More >>
Watercare Makes Payment Of $1 Million To Mahurangi Oyster Farmers Affected By Wastewater Overflow
Wednesday, 12 November 2025, 4:36 pm | Watercare
Watercare chief executive Jamie Sinclair says this payment relates solely to the most recent overflow, for which Watercare has committed to make things right. More >>
Big Week For Auckland As Global Events Converge
Wednesday, 12 November 2025, 12:08 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
Between the riffs of electric guitars and the sharing of global Indigenous knowledge, Tātaki Auckland Unlimited says the city will be buzzing as eventgoers fill hotels and restaurants, and shop at local businesses. More >>
Save The Date For The Musical Theatre Event Of 2026: Cabaret
Monday, 10 November 2025, 5:18 pm | Auckland Live
Sixty years after Cabaret first set the world stage alight, and following celebrated West End and Broadway revivals, Auckland Theatre Company and Auckland Live present a sizzling New Zealand production. More >>
Auckland’s Dining Scene In The Spotlight With Michelin’s Arrival
Thursday, 6 November 2025, 10:11 am | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
As New Zealand’s largest and most diverse city, Auckland’s food scene spans fine dining to neighbourhood favourites, reflecting the region’s range of cultures and ingredients. More >>
A New Approach To City-Fringe Living Quietly Unfolds Amid Grey Lynn Villas
Thursday, 6 November 2025, 10:05 am | Auckland Council
For residents anxious about change, Cohaus is reassurance made real. It demonstrates that medium-density housing can sit comfortably in a historic suburb, enhance its character, and create a community that feels both modern and timeless. More >>
The Ultimate Christmas Hot Spot, Filled With Performances, Workshops And Entertainment, Is Coming To Aotea Square
Wednesday, 5 November 2025, 2:26 pm | Auckland Live
From Friday, 28 November to Sunday, 21 December, Aotea Square will transform into the ultimate Christmas destination - filled with performances, workshops and entertainment for everyone. More >>
Ngā Huhua: Abundance – Exploring The Wonders Of Te Moana-nui-a-Toi – Before It’s Too Late
Tuesday, 4 November 2025, 3:03 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited
Ngā Huhua: Abundance is proudly presented in partnership with Ngāti Rehua Ngātiwai ki Aotea, who have led ongoing efforts to protect and restore Te Moana-nui-a-Toi. More >>
Auckland Council’s First In-House Desexing Clinic Making Strides In Dog Desexing Programme
Wednesday, 15 October 2025, 12:48 pm | Auckland Council
This is one of Auckland Council’s many steps it is taking to tackle the roaming dog issues and to help keep Aucklanders safe from attacks from unwanted dogs. More >>
Where Art Meets Park - Auckland’s Green Spaces Win Big On The World Stage And Nationally
Monday, 13 October 2025, 1:30 pm | Auckland Council
Together, these awards shine a spotlight on how Auckland’s parks are transforming into multi-faceted spaces that nourish the environment, connect communities, and immerse visitors in art and culture. More >>
