Auckland Council

AUCKLAND CITY — On the same day Mayor Len Brown announced a 2.4% improvement on liveability measures, Auckland has been ranked third in an international quality of life survey, the only Southern Hemisphere city to appear in the top ten.

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AUCKLAND CITY — If you think the current craze of scrapbooking is a new fad – think again! Scrapbooking has been around since the 15th century and Auckland Libraries is celebrating 500 years of this fascinating hobby with a special exhibition.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Discover the mysteries of the rainforest at dusk and the nightlife below the forest canopy on a Waitakere Ranges bat walk this summer.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council has developed a scorecard to measure Auckland’s progress as we work towards becoming the world’s most liveable city.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council has approved an extension of a railway designation into the Auckland Domain to allow a lowering of tracks for electrification and the construction of a Parnell rail station.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland has surpassed its visitor expectations for Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011) with a 16 per cent increase in visitors from July to October compared to last year.

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AUCKLAND — Historians and genealogists delved into Auckland’s past at the Auckland Central Library this week to mark the start of a unique Australasian sailing tour.

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AUCKLAND — Get on your bikes, pack a picnic and bring the family to Sanders Reserve for the park’s official open day on Sunday 27 November.

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AUCKLAND — A positive development for Auckland ratepayers concerned they may be adversely affected by the move to a single rating system in the wake of last year's local government amalgamation.

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AUCKLAND CITY — The draft Waste Management and Minimisation Plan includes proposals to standardise household kerbside collection across Auckland to help achieve a 30% reduction in kerbside waste by 2018.

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AUCKLAND — Two boxes of toxic 60-year-old bug spray and hundreds of kilograms of other dangerous chemicals are amongst the tonnes of household hazardous waste handed in to Auckland Council’s HazMobile team so far this year.

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AUCKLAND — The quality of sportsfields across the region is set to improve with a capital funding boost of $87.5 million included in the Auckland Council draft Long-term Plan.

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AUCKLAND CITY — World-renowned architect and urban designer Jan Gehl's philosophy of designing cities to meet the needs of people has been successfully applied to Copenhagen, Melbourne, Sydney, Amman and New York.

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AUCKLAND — Standard & Poors has completed its annual review of Auckland Council’s credit rating and have put it on CreditWatch with negative implications.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Revitalised town centres, stronger communities and strengthening local economies are at the heart of Auckland’s 21 Local Board Plans, which are released online today.

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AUCKLAND — What is looking like a highlight of Auckland’s social calendar is a sell out.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Auckland Zoo is inviting visitors to ‘Come hang like an orangutan’ at a weekend of festivities on 12 and 13 November, and to take part in The Great Ape Race on 17 November, in celebration of Orangutan Caring Week (12 - 20 November).

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AUCKLAND CITY — Public hearings on the draft Auckland Plan are being extended to ensure submitters have time to present their views to councillors.

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AUCKLAND CITY — A comprehensive evaluation of all parts of Auckland’s Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011) programme is underway and results will be made public over the coming months.

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AUCKLAND CITY — The Mayor has welcomed the overwhelming response to the Auckland Plan submission process.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Projects providing a catalyst for Auckland’s transformation and how to fund them, as well as financial, funding and rating polices are among a package of proposals included in the Mayor’s draft Long-Term Plan (2012-2022) released today.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Auckland Council’s three crematoria, which were yesterday not operating due to the Maui pipeline gas leak, are being switched to alternative fuel supplies and will be up and running Thursday and Friday.

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AUCKLAND CITY — The Mayor will update Auckland Council’s substantive Council Controlled Organisations (CCOs) on his long-term vision for Auckland with the release of Letters of Expectation next week.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Aucklanders are invited to pull up a chair and have a brief one-on-one chat with their Mayor on Tuesday 1 November.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Auckland property owners can expect to receive a new Auckland Council property valuation notice in the mail from next Thursday (27 October 2011).

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AUCKLAND CITY — From 17 November Aucklanders will be able to give feedback on Auckland Council’s draft waste plan, outlining ways to manage and minimise waste.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Aucklanders are encouraged to join in this year’s Auckland Town Hall centenary celebrations by sharing their special memories of Auckland’s iconic building.

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AUCKLAND CITY — For the 10th year running, Manukau welcomed its “crown jewel” event, the Cult Couture Fashion Awards Show, back for the Southside Arts Festival 2011.

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AUCKLAND — Orakei Local Board will sign off its first Local Board plan this week having received more than 2,500 submissions on it.

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AUCKLAND — In a positive move to combat crime in the Auckland region, Auckland Council has teamed up with Crimestoppers to help ensure the safety of our communities.

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AUCKLAND — "Community members are calling on The Warehouse to meet with them to discuss their concerns about the new store being constructed on Pah Rd," says Julie Fairey, Roskill Community Voice member on the Puketapapa Local Board.

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An alliance has been announced which brings together seven councils in the top half of the North Island, representing more than half of all New Zealanders.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Sculpture in the Gardens, the biggest arts event held at the Auckland Botanic Gardens, opens this Sunday (9 October) and promises to be the best exhibition yet.

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AUCKLAND — A reminder that the draft Auckland Plan is now open for submissions until 4pm, Tuesday, 25 October 2011 and the Maungakiekie-Tamaki Local Board wants you to have your say on this vitally important document for the region and our area.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Auckland Council has clarified the roles and responsibilities of its council controlled organisations (CCOs) so that they must act in the best interests of the public and make best use of public money.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council has received Building Consent Authority Accreditation from IANZ (International Accreditation New Zealand), empowering the new entity to issue building consents and provide other building related services consistently across Auckland.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Auckland Zoo’s newest precinct Te Wao Nui is now open, and it’s the perfect place for kids to explore these October school holidays from Saturday, 8 October to Monday, 24 October.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council’s governing body will tomorrow consider proposals to ensure the ongoing success of Auckland’s RWC 2011 celebration.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Have you ever dreamt of spending the night in an Auckland Libraries research centre? The increasing popularity of family history research has resulted in a sold out marathon researching event this Friday.

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AUCKLAND CITY — There is less than one month to go to New Zealand’s best-kept outdoor secret – the Great Barrier Island Wharf 2 Wharf Marathon on October 15.

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AUCKLAND CITY — The Draft Auckland Plan’s focus on children and learning has been welcomed as smart and innovative by the leader of an independent education think tank.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Public consultation on the draft Auckland Plan – the strategy to make Auckland the world’s most liveable city by 2040 – was launched today by Mayor Len Brown.

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AUCKLAND — Plans to boost the visitor economy in the Auckland region, the success of two southern business improvement districts and an update on the rollout of ultra fast broadband (UFB) were reported to Auckland Council’s Economic Forum this week.

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AUCKLAND — The world’s first fully integrated metropolitan Wi-Fi system, including free roaming Wi-Fi access across the central city and on public transport, has gone live in Auckland.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council has confirmed its promise to elevate urban design across all its activities with the appointment of urban design champions on each of its 21 Local Boards.

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Join the biggest star of Auckland Council’s HeART of the Nation experience, a five-metre-tall marionette, making his first public appearance on Friday, 9 September in Aotea Square at 4.30pm.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Aucklanders might be able to catch a glimpse of a giraffe as he makes his way through suburban streets en route to the Ports of Auckland today.

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AUCKLAND — The Mayor is welcoming an agreement that will see some of Auckland’s volcanic cones being co-managed by Auckland Council and iwi as part of the Treaty of Waitangi settlement process.

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The Mayor and the Minister of Transport have signed a deal worth more than half a billion dollars that will finally see quiet, environmentally friendly electric trains on Auckland’s rail network at no extra cost to ratepayers.

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Two key parts of the Auckland Plan have been endorsed and adopted for consultation by Auckland Council today.

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AUCKLAND — Experience Auckland's warm hospitality with HeART of the Nation's unique cultural tourist trail, From the Waka to the Pah.

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AUCKLAND — Kia Ora, The Environmental Initiatives Fund is now open for 2011 applications.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council is increasing the availability of free composting courses so more Aucklanders can learn how easy it is to put their food and garden waste to good work, rather than sending it to landfills.

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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Council today joined the Department of Conservation in celebrating the opening of Tawharanui Marine Reserve, adjoining Tawharanui Regional Park.

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AUCKLAND — On behalf of Auckland Council Regional Facilities Auckland (RFA) announced today new appointments to the trust boards of Auckland War Memorial Museum, Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) and Auckland Regional Amenities Funding Board.

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Auckland Council has extended the fixed term contract of Auckland Transport Chair Mark Ford for 12 months to 1 November 2012.

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As part of the Auckland Council’s HeART of the Nation festivities the Whacky Flock, 22 giant fibreglass sheep, are turning up all over the region.

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AUCKLAND — Shakespear Regional Park will re-open to the public on 1 December, following a five-month closure for animal pest eradication.

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WELLINGTON CITY — Auckland Council’s pool lifeguards have added another trophy to the cabinet after taking out the National Pool Lifeguard Competition in Wellington last week.

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AUCKLAND — New Zealand’s largest-ever property revaluation is coming to an end, with almost all 515,000 properties throughout the Auckland region now valued by Auckland Council, since the process began in February.

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AUCKLAND — A new exhibition on show at Central City Library is a fascinating insight in to how the Auckland region was developed.

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AUCKLAND — Aucklanders and visitors are to have access to free internet on the expanded Wi-Fi network in Auckland.

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Community groups aimed at conserving and enhancing Auckland’s important natural environs and cultural heritage are invited to apply for funding.

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AUCKLAND — Len Brown is heading to Ponsonby for his next Mayor in the Chair session on Tuesday 30 August.

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Roads will be closed and parking restrictions put in place from today around the Anglican Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in Parnell for Sir Paul Reeves’ state funeral tomorrow, Thursday 18 August.

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AUCKLAND — Submissions open this week on Auckland Council’s Draft Earthquake-Prone, Dangerous and Insanitary Buildings Policy.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council's first eight months means Aucklanders now enjoy a greater range of transport and library services, along with improved waterfront access.

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AUCKLAND — If you fancy a refreshing dip in the sea then bring your family and friends to Auckland Council’s popular annual winter swim at Mission Bay on 21 August.

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AUCKLAND — With the recent natural hazards that have affected the nation, just how prepared are we? New research out today has found that Auckland, or more precisely Aucklanders, are the least prepared in the country for a natural disaster.

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AUCKLAND — Environmentally aware schools across Auckland are being recognised for their long-term commitment to sustainability.

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AUCKLAND — A new era in the development of local communities is a step closer as Auckland’s local boards consider residents’ views on the future of their area.

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AUCKLAND — A Waiheke Local Board preference for a stand-alone library at Oneroa has convinced Auckland Council’s strategy and finance committee to allocate $5.1 million to allow the project to begin.

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A huge party with a stunning fireworks and light show, live performances and a mass haka will mark the start of the Rugby World Cup 2011.

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AUCKLAND — The Mayor has given his first indication of how the Auckland Plan will be implemented during the next decade with the City Rail Link the top priority.

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AUCKLAND — A short reminder for those who have not sent their submissions to the Draft Local Board Plans - submissions close 4pm on the 8 August 2011 - that's Monday next week! Should you wish to send a submission you can do so through the following ways.

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AUCKLAND — Researching family history is one of New Zealand’s fastest growing pastimes, second only to fishing.

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WAITAKERE CITY — Auckland Council Investments Limited (ACIL) will purchase the remaining 56 percent of shares in Auckland Film Studios Ltd to become a 100 percent shareholder in the company.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council’s first combined rates notices will be delivered to ratepayers in the former Auckland City Council area from tomorrow (4 August).

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AUCKLAND — Children from Newmarket Primary School will sow the seedlings of a greener future at a community planting day next week.

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AUCKLAND — The clock is ticking for those who want to have their say on the future of their local communities.

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AUCKLAND — Aucklanders are sticking with tradition when it come comes to naming their dogs with Bella or Belle (786) and Max (750) leading in the popularity stakes according to Auckland Council dog registration records.

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WAITAKERE CITY — Auckland Council’s first combined rates notices will be delivered to ratepayers in the former Waitakere City Council area from next Tuesday (2 August).

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council is urging more people to take advantage of a used engine oil recovery trial that’s providing Aucklanders with a free, easy way to safely dispose of their waste engine oil.

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AUCKLAND — The Mayor has welcomed the announcement of details of the Weathertight Homes Financial Assistance package saying it is a positive outcome for owners of leaky homes and ratepayers.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council’s iconic Music in Parks and Movies in Parks summer events are now accepting submissions from artists for the 2012 series.

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AUCKLAND — A postcard campaign encouraging children and young people to give feedback on how they would like to see Auckland develop in the future attracted over 4800 responses from across the region.

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AUCKLAND — There are now two weeks left for residents to formally register their views on the Draft Waiheke Local Board Plan.

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AUCKLAND CITY — Orakei Local Board is keen to hear people’s views on calls to expand St Heliers Library to meet evolving community needs.

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AUCKLAND — The Environment Court has released its final decision, adopting the Long Bay Structure Plan: Plan Change 6 after three hearings and two interim decisions between July 2007 and the release of the final decision on 15 July 2011.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council is funding research into stoats to offset a significant threat to Hauraki Gulf islands.

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AUCKLAND — Auckland Council is walking the talk when it comes to making an effort to save energy with a range of initiatives at its own facilities.

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AUCKLAND — If you or your local creative organisation are in need of some funding, don’t miss the remaining application writing workshops and information sessions being held throughout the region for this year’s Creative Communities Scheme funding round.

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AUCKLAND — Unwanted stowaways can cause havoc on Auckland’s treasured Hauraki Gulf islands and Auckland Council is taking firm measures to keep them pest free.

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AUCKLAND — Jandals, flip flops or thongs – whatever you call them Auckland’s Mission Heights Junior College wants them.

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Auckland is the last pit stop in a journey up the length of New Zealand to give Kiwis a taste of the excitement of Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC 2011).

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AUCKLAND CITY — The Project Management Institute of New Zealand (PMINZ) has awarded the Auckland Council-led Aotea Square redevelopment the Public Sector Project of the Year Award.

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AUCKLAND — Len Brown is heading to Eastridge Shopping Centre for his next Mayor in the Chair session, on Friday 29 July.

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AUCKLAND — A new study identifies how investment in broadband in Auckland and the Bay of Plenty can deliver benefits to the businesses and communities in these regions and to the Crown, via the ultra-fast broadband and regional broadband funds.

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AUCKLAND — Aucklanders and visitors will soon be able to enjoy enhanced and expanded Wi-Fi services, offering more wireless coverage and faster access to the internet across central Auckland and its fringes.

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