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Pop-up village starts to take shape on Queens Wharf
Friday, 29 January 2016, 9:41 am | Auckland Council
A temporary container village has popped up on Queens Wharf which will soon offer an exciting new dining and services hub to downtown Auckland. More >>
Mayor welcomes government announcement
Wednesday, 27 January 2016, 1:22 pm | Auckland Council
Mayor Len Brown has warmly welcomed the government’s announcement providing support for the City Rail Link (CRL). “Since the government announced its support for the City Rail Link (CRL) back in 2012, I have been asking the government to provide certainty ... More >>
World-class acts in Auckland this summer
Thursday, 21 January 2016, 4:24 pm | Auckland Council
World-class acts in Auckland this summer Enjoy the sunshine, fresh air and a range of world-class entertainment this summer with free lunchtime performances at Aotea Square, major exhibitions at the Auckland Art Gallery, family-friendly outdoor concerts ... More >>
Building right every time
Wednesday, 20 January 2016, 2:20 pm | Auckland Council
We all wish we could have The Block’s building team hammer away on our building work, however, there are a number of handy tips and tricks to look out for when choosing a builder. Getting the right builder is one of the most important decisions for any ... More >>
Maungawhau/Mt Eden summit vehicle-free from 20 January 2016
Friday, 15 January 2016, 4:07 pm | Auckland Council
Maungawhau / Mt Eden summit vehicle-free from 20 January 2016 The Tūpuna Maunga o Tāmaki Makaurau Authority is delighted that the tihi (summit) of Maungawhau / Mt Eden will be vehicle-fee from Wednesday, 20 January 2016. This implements the ... More >>
Māori culture on Auckland Anniversary Weekend
Thursday, 14 January 2016, 1:16 pm | Auckland Council
Traditional and contemporary Māori culture on Auckland Anniversary Weekend Tūī, tūī, tuituia tātou o Tāmaki - Join us so we of Tāmaki can rejoice and unite. Traditional Māori storytelling, crafts, games and healing will be on offer beside ... More >>
Top tips on how to avoid failing building inspections
Wednesday, 13 January 2016, 3:30 pm | Auckland Council
13 January 2016 Top tips on how to avoid failing building inspections The hard work is done, the project is completed and your budget is all gone – but before you celebrate it pays to check you’ve got all your green lights from building inspectors. ... More >>
Hey Man! It’s Hayman for Waitangi Celebrations in 2016
Wednesday, 13 January 2016, 10:53 am | Auckland Council
Waitangi Day Family Celebrations return to Hayman Park in 2016 with a fantastic line up of top acts and new local talent. More >>
Never too old to go electric
Thursday, 7 January 2016, 12:49 pm | Auckland Council
Never too old to go electric Just days after celebrating his 78th birthday, Mohan Ori was trying out an e-bike for the first time with friends at the Auckland Domain. He was on an Auckland Transport cycle training day late last year for the over 60s ... More >>
SuperGold services to Waiheke
Thursday, 24 December 2015, 3:13 pm | Auckland Council
As a result of a competitive tender process Auckland Transport is pleased to announce that government funding for the SuperGold card off-peak transport scheme will be made available to two service providers providing free off peak subsidised travel ... More >>
Auckland’s climate change effort acknowledged on world stage
Wednesday, 23 December 2015, 9:15 am | Auckland Council
Auckland has been admitted to the world’s leading local government climate change action group, C40. More >>
Judge reserves decision on unpaid rates
Tuesday, 22 December 2015, 9:19 am | Auckland Council
Judge reserves decision on unpaid rates The Auckland District Court has today reserved its decision relating to summary judgment sought by Auckland Council against Ms Penny Bright for unpaid rates. The council is seeking to recover unpaid rates and associated ... More >>
Council announces community housing partnership
Tuesday, 22 December 2015, 8:47 am | Auckland Council
Council announces community housing partnership with The Selwyn Foundation Auckland Council has today announced The Selwyn Foundation as the new community housing partner for its portfolio of homes for older Aucklanders. Deputy Mayor Penny Hulse says The ... More >>
Devonport first to experience the future of recycling
Friday, 18 December 2015, 4:09 pm | Auckland Council
Devonport's waste transfer station is set to become a flagship for community recycling and zero waste innovation. More >>
Chief executive remuneration package decided
Thursday, 17 December 2015, 3:22 pm | Auckland Council
Today Auckland Council’s Governing Body determined a new remuneration package of $690,000 for Chief Executive Stephen Town. More >>
Works begin on Airfields housing site in Hobsonville Point
Thursday, 17 December 2015, 2:45 pm | Auckland Council
Enabling infrastructure works are underway this week on an Auckland Council owned site in Hobsonville Point in advance of the over 400 homes to be built there. More >>
Transport levy, UAGC to lead Annual Plan consultation
Thursday, 17 December 2015, 12:27 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council today agreed on a range of items for the 2016/17 Annual Plan, with rating issues set to be at the forefront of consultation with the community. More >>
Auckland takes initiative in climate change post-Paris
Thursday, 17 December 2015, 10:57 am | Auckland Council
Mayor Len Brown says the government position there will be no early progress on agricultural emissions in the wake of the global climate agreement in Paris puts the onus firmly on transport and energy and that’s where Auckland as a city can ... More >>
Civil Defence Group Plan aims to build a resilient Auckland
Wednesday, 16 December 2015, 3:09 pm | Auckland Council
The draft Auckland Civil Defence and Emergency Management (CDEM) Group Plan 2016 – 2021 was approved today by the CDEM Group committee for public consultation next year. The plan can be viewed here . More >>
Aucklanders flock to use public transport
Tuesday, 15 December 2015, 2:58 pm | Auckland Council
Aucklanders flock to use public transport Auckland’s annual public transport usage is continuing to soar with the latest figures showing a total of 81.2 million passenger trips in the past year - an increase of 8.1 percent. Mayor Len Brown says it’s ... More >>
