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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 88]
High Court determines approach to “scope” lawful
Monday, 13 February 2017, 12:34 pm | Auckland Council
The High Court has today released a decision ruling that the Auckland Unitary Plan Independent Hearings Panel’s approach to “scope” for residential zoning in key test case areas was lawful. More >>
One stop voting shop in Botany
Friday, 10 February 2017, 5:22 pm | Auckland Council
Electoral officials will be showing the love on Valentine’s Day, Tuesday 14 February, with a One Stop Shop at Botany Library from 10.30am to 1pm for the Howick Local Board Botany Sub-division by-election. More >>
The Lighthouse lights up this Saturday
Friday, 10 February 2017, 4:48 pm | Auckland Council
The long-awaited Michael Parekowhai artwork, The Lighthouse , is now complete and from tomorrow evening will be welcoming visitors to Queens Wharf and Auckland’s harbour. More >>
Looking for Love? You’ve come to the right place
Friday, 10 February 2017, 10:07 am | Auckland Council
Wake up to your most loving Valentine’s Day ever and never feel lonely again. More >>
Annual Budget consultation one step closer
Thursday, 9 February 2017, 4:07 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council’s Governing Body today approved the material to be used during the upcoming consultation on the Annual Budget. More >>
Auckland Local Alcohol Policy one step closer
Thursday, 9 February 2017, 1:35 pm | Auckland Council
Progress on the Provisional Auckland Council Local Alcohol Policy (LAP) continues this month with dates now set for formal appeal hearings. More >>
Five more years for Waitakere Community Recycling Centre
Tuesday, 7 February 2017, 10:39 am | Auckland Council
After completing a successful two-year trial, the Waitakere Community Recycling Centre will continue to flourish as a result of Auckland Council awarding a five-year contract to carry on operations. More >>
Are you the next Artist in Residence?
Friday, 3 February 2017, 11:24 am | Auckland Council
Innovative and intrepid artists have only two weeks remaining to apply for the 2017 Auckland Council Artist in Residence programme. More >>
Dog etiquette on beaches
Friday, 3 February 2017, 10:22 am | Auckland Council
For most dogs, getting to run around in the sand, dip into the waves and chase a frisbee in the fresh salt air is the best day ever, but living in Auckland means dogs need to learn how to share their favourite place with others of both the canine ... More >>
Bookings open for Auckland’s popular inorganic service
Thursday, 2 February 2017, 10:52 am | Auckland Council
Residents are being urged to jump online early to book their 2017 inorganic collection service. More >>
The Lighthouse public opening – 11 February
Friday, 27 January 2017, 3:14 pm | Auckland Council
The highly anticipated public opening of The Lighthouse by Michael Parekowhai on Auckland’s Queens Wharf will be held on Saturday 11 February, from 7pm. More >>
Still time to apply for Advisory Panels
Friday, 27 January 2017, 12:30 pm | Auckland Council
There’s still time to submit your application to become a member of an Auckland Council demographic advisory panel. More >>
Virtual tour of the new Albany Stadium Pool
Friday, 27 January 2017, 9:41 am | Auckland Council
Take a tour of Auckland Council’s brand new state-of-the-art Albany Stadium Pool, which officially opens to the public this weekend. More >>
Council takes back control of Motukorea Browns Island
Thursday, 26 January 2017, 12:36 pm | Auckland Council
Auckland Council is taking back the administration and management of Motukorea Browns Island from the Department of Conservation (DOC) after agreement with the government. More >>
Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Auckland Libraries
Friday, 20 January 2017, 11:05 am | Auckland Council
Aucklanders are invited to strut their stuff, shake their tail feathers and revel in the Year of the Rooster with Auckland Libraries. More >>
Whimsical worlds on show at Arataki
Thursday, 19 January 2017, 12:51 pm | Auckland Council
A new exhibition of intricate, miniature paper worlds is currently on display at the Arataki Visitor Centre as part of the annual Auckland Council Regional Parks Artist in Residence programme. More >>
An all-star line-up of NZ arts creatives for 'Rushes'
Tuesday, 17 January 2017, 5:03 pm | Auckland Live
Auckland Live and Movement of the Human in association with Auckland Fringe Festival present Rushes 21 – 25 February Lower NZI, Aotea Centre More >>
Auckland International Cultural Festival
Friday, 13 January 2017, 1:43 pm | Auckland Council
Living in a global village means living in a world rich with culture, tradition, and culinary delights. More >>
Friday 13th good luck for black dogs
Thursday, 12 January 2017, 5:17 pm | Auckland Council
More than 24 dogs are hoping for a lucky break on Friday the 13th as they wait in Auckland Council animal shelters for new families. Adopting a shelter dog is a recommended antidote to “Black Friday” the 13th, allowing Aucklanders to turn their own luck ... More >>
Matariki Festival 2017 wants you
Tuesday, 10 January 2017, 8:40 am | Auckland Council
Auckland Council is calling for groups wishing to host an event during this year’s Matariki Festival 2017. More >>
