Residents and ratepayers can unleash their views on the Auckland Council’s proposed changes to dog rules.
The public can take part in the five-week consultation that closes on Sunday, February 23.
The council says changes being proposed are part of a regular review of Auckland’s dog policy, Dog Management Bylaw, and local dog access rules.
Councillor Josephine Bartley, chair of the council’s...
Chipmunks kids’ indoor playground in Pakuranga is the ultimate fun place to party and play for kids aged 0-11 years in Auckland! Indoor playground is packed with fun and adventure, perfect for hours of non-stop play!
We have two fantastic family passes to give away for Chipmunks Pakuranga:
- 1 Pass for entry with 2 kids
- 1 Pass for entry with...
An unsuspecting public transport passenger made history when hopping off a route 27H bus by Grafton Bridge after a short trip up Symonds Street.
Auckland Transport says as the passenger tagged off the bus, at 3.56pm on Monday, that one small tap of a phone, smartwatch, credit or debit card marked the end of the millionth journey made using contactless...
Kiwis are being encouraged to have their say on proposals to fund six more medicines and change the brand of one medicine before the public consultation ends on January 27.
Pharmac’s director pharmaceuticals, Geraldine MacGibbon, says there’s just under one week left to give feedback on the proposals to fund six medicines for cancer, one for antibiotic resistant infections, and...
By Laura Kvigstad, Auckland Council reporter funded by New Zealand on Air
The E tū Union has urged the Auckland Council to involve workers in designing the proposed time-of-use roads congestion charge.
The Government has signalled that enabling legislation for congestion charging, called time-of-use charging, will be going through the select committee process.
At a recent Auckland Council transport, resilience and...
By Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister and MP for Botany
Welcome to 2025!
I hope you and your family enjoyed the Christmas break and had some time over the New Year to relax and refresh.
I was lucky to spend some time relaxing with family and friends, and now I’m ready to get stuck in.
Our main focus in 2025 continues to be...
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The new year is under way and with it comes the usual air of optimism and energy, especially in this summer weather. PJ TAYLOR talked with people at Botany Town Centre about new year’s resolutions and how they think 2025 will be for them.
Zoran Livada, visiting from Serbia:
“I wish for the health and happiness of my grandchildren. It’s my...
New Zealand’s Green Party is calling on the coalition Government to “stand firm and work with allies to progress climate action” as new United States President Donald Trump signals his intent to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accords once again.
“Every human being, from Aotearoa to the United States of America, lives on the same planet,” Greens co-leader and climate...
He may not be accustomed to playing on the wing, but Blues’ fly-half Harry Plummer is keen to land a birdie or two and he’s inviting local rugby fans to join him on the fairway at the Akarana Golf Course.
During the annual pro-am Barfoot and Thompson Blues Alumni Golf Day on March 10, Harry will tee off with a...
Boaties heading out on the water this summer are urged to take extra care to prevent the spread of exotic caulerpa.
The highly invasive marine pest threatens to wreak havoc on our marine ecosystems and recreational waters.
Auckland Council, in partnership with the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), iwi, and neighbouring regions, is ramping up efforts to contain the spread of...
TONI DAWSON, a fully-qualified Mortgage Advisor, with more than 15 years’ industry experience, shares her expertise.
It’s with a heavy heart that I share the passing of my wonderful PA, Jo Young.
My thoughts and love are with her family at this incredibly difficult time.
She died peacefully at home earlier this month.
Jo was a wonderful support to me and my business. Her...
Auckland motorists are being warned to take extra care today, January 21, as the Metservice issues strong wind, heavy rain and severe thunderstorm warnings for the region.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) says a strong wind warning is also in place for Auckland Harbour Bridge.
There’s a possibility for 75-85km/h winds in the area between 10am and 4pm today.
The NZTA...
One man faces court, as a police investigation continues into a firearms incident outside an Auckland hospital.
Counties Manukau Police say its CIB unit has been investigating since January 4 when a firearm was allegedly fired from a vehicle in the grounds of Middlemore Hospital.
Detective inspector Shaun Vickers says it was fortunate that no one sustained injuries as a result.
“An...
Several people are facing charges in relation to an alleged arson carried out at an east Auckland business in August last year.
A police spokesperson says a 19-year-old man has been remanded on bail to reappear in the Manukau District Court on March 25 following the fire at the barbershop in Harris Road, East Tamaki.
“Police were notified of the fire...
