Auckland Council
Kauri: The fightback against dieback
Kauri dieback disease is killing our giants of the forest - are we any closer to a cure? Audio
Outgoing Auckland mayor Phil Goff farewells role after two terms
Two-term Auckland mayor Phil Goff reflects on his time in office as he fast approaches the day of "anticipated liberation" where he will hang up the chains.
"Scared of change": the cities shirking new housing laws
Christchurch is saying 'no' to the government's new housing density rules. Has the whole thing backfired? Audio
The Week in Detail: Greens and Games
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
Auckland Council to fight for hotel bed tax in Supreme Court
Auckland Council is fighting for a controversial hotel bed tax the Court of Appeal ruled "invalid".
Phil Goff's last Auckland Council budget: Climate, water, trees and rates
As he unveiled his last budget, Auckland mayor Phil Goff signalled that revenue losses may spark future rates rises
Golfers cry foul over plans to open courses for more people, activities
Golfers are accusing Auckland Council of foul play over a plan to develop their courses into more versatile public spaces.
The council wants local boards to acknowledge it isn't sustainable, to keep… Video, Audio
Auckland council set to vote on contentious $2bn cycling plan
Approving a $2 billion cycling plan will allow Auckland to follow in the footsteps of major european cities, a cycling advocate says. Audio
Auckland residents support proposed $1b climate rate, council says
Auckland Council says its proposal for a one billion dollar targeted rate to address climate change has popular support from residents.
'Sobering' sea level rise data increases urgency of councils' planning
An Auckland councillor says it's ludicrous councils cannot stop new homes being built on private land that will flood in next two decades due to rising sea levels.
Richard Hills is chair of the… Video, Audio
Auckland Council CEO on possible rates rise to meet needs
Aucklanders may need to pay higher rates to deal with the financial trouble the council is facing.
Last year Auckland council agreed to cap annual rates rises at three-and-a-half percent for the next… Video, Audio
Four-year, $67.5m Aotea Centre revamp completed
The refurbishment is one of a series of development projects and street upgrades to help revitalise the central city.
A new mayor for Auckland - who will it be?
Auckland will have a new mayor after the local elections later this year. The Detail talks to the three frontrunners for the job. Audio
Auckland Council bins rubbish tag scheme
Auckland council is looking at scrapping a rubbish bin tag scheme that was supposed to reduce weekly waste. Video, Audio
Auckland Council to consult mana whenua, urban Māori on creating Māori seats
Auckland Council will consult mana whenua and urban Māori on a proposal to create three Māori seats in time for the 2025 local body elections.
How South Auckland’s reputation for tagging was turned around
South Auckland was once seen as a tagger's paradise, but now the region is home to an array of stunning murals and brilliant graffiti art, thanks mainly to the Manukau Beautification Trust.
Cabinet never considered prioritising South Auckland vaccines, documents reveal
Public health experts have expressed disappointment after discovering the government didn't discuss their advice to prioritise vaccination efforts in the area.
Tree vandalism on the rise in Auckland
Auckland Council has reported an increase in vandalism to trees and vegetation on council land during the latest lockdown period.
The Weekend Panel with Mike Williams and Lavina Good
Our panellists look at the new Princess Diana memorial statue, why the war on drugs never mentions cigarettes, the Oranga Tamarik investigation, and whether New Zealand can really afford to keep its… Audio
Deputy Mayor details Ports of Auckland meeting
Ports of Auckland bosses have been meeting Auckland councillors behind closed doors this afternoon.
Tensions have been rising over mounting safety and performance concerns.
The meeting has just… Video, Audio
