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 6]

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 >>

Mayor Of Auckland Inauguration Speech 2025: Auckland’s Mandate: Finish The Fix, Plan The Future

Friday, 31 October 2025, 6:51 pm | Office of the Mayor of Auckland

I see your vote as an endorsement to carry on fixing Auckland, and prepare it for the future. It was a grand total of 180,000 votes, or four and a half full stadiums at Eden Park. 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 >>

Back To Work: Auckland Mayor And Deputy Return To Office Following Election Win

Wednesday, 15 October 2025, 7:41 am | Office of the Mayor of Auckland

Appointments and the final committee structure will be confirmed as soon as possible. More >>

Further Upgrades At Takarunga / Mt Victoria To Enhance Visitor Experience

Monday, 13 October 2025, 4:29 pm | Tupuna Maunga Authority

Cultural narratives are central to the design, with mana whenua artist and research scholarship recipient, Arapeta Hākura embedding stories of migration, unity, and connection throughout the courts and bus facilities. 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 >>

Watercare Unveils Wonder Wai Discovery Centre At Balmoral School

Friday, 10 October 2025, 2:50 pm | Watercare

The Wonder Wai includes interactive games and models that take visitors through six key stages of Auckland’s water journey: rainfall, water sources, water treatment, household use, wastewater treatment, and water’s return to nature. More >>

Preschoolers Give Moana The TBM A Colourful Send-Off For $64m South Auckland Wastewater Upgrade

Wednesday, 8 October 2025, 5:03 pm | Watercare

Watercare project manager Jason Salmon says it will take Moana approximately three weeks to install the storage tunnel, which will be 355mm in diameter and 170 metres long. More >>

Mayor Welcomes Funding For A Match-Fit Stadium

Friday, 3 October 2025, 1:34 pm | Office of the Mayor of Auckland

Auckland Council, through its Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund, has recently contributed $1.5 million which has allowed Tennis Auckland to demolish the 60-year-old Robinson Grandstand. More >>

Protecting The Tūpuna Maunga: Fire Safety Closures Return For 2025

Friday, 3 October 2025, 11:21 am | Tupuna Maunga Authority

All 14 Tūpuna Maunga will be closed to the public in the evenings during the Guy Fawkes period to reduce the risk of fireworks-related fires. More >>

Thousands Of Dog Owners Still Ignoring Registration Rules: Council Says “Time For Excuses Is Over”

Thursday, 2 October 2025, 12:49 pm | Auckland Council

Despite countless chances to meet requirements, more than 29,084 dogs remain unregistered by their owners as of 1 August when council rolled over to charging a late fee. More >>

Moana Auckland Returns In 2026: A Festival Of Ocean, Culture And Summer Vibes

Tuesday, 30 September 2025, 12:53 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited

The festival is an Auckland Council Event, delivered by council-controlled organisation Tātaki Auckland Unlimited (TAU), the region’s cultural, events and destination agency. More >>

Mayor Bids Farewell To Councillors At Last Governing Body For The Term

Thursday, 25 September 2025, 4:35 pm | Office of the Mayor of Auckland

I want to acknowledge the many years of service these councillors have given to their local communities and to the people of Auckland, Mayor Brown said. More >>

Mayor’s Priorities Drive More Wins For Auckland

Saturday, 20 September 2025, 5:24 am | Office of the Mayor of Auckland

“This is a major victory for the people of Auckland, frustrated with our daily traffic woes and who care about the region’s financial resilience,” says Mayor Brown. More >>

Cruise Ships Return To Tāmaki Makaurau Bringing A Welcome Boost To Auckland’s City Centre

Friday, 19 September 2025, 1:22 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited

“The arrival of Crown Princess in Auckland on 22 September signals the start of another cruise season,” says Jacqui Lloyd. “While ship numbers to New Zealand are significantly lower this year, every visit brings people who contribute strongly ... More >>

Government Investment In Major Events Welcomed, And Long-Term Solution Still Needed

Wednesday, 17 September 2025, 1:17 pm | Tataki Auckland Unlimited

“This investment is a significant step forward and fantastic news for Auckland,” says Annie Dundas, Director Destination at Tātaki Auckland Unlimited. “It’s a strong signal that New Zealand is serious about competing for world-class events, ... More >>