Auckland Council has launched a new AI-powered virtual assistant, 'Ask Auckland Council', to make it easier and faster for residents to report local issues like graffiti, dumped rubbish, and noise complaints.
A practical 2026 guide to Auckland school zones, how to check eligibility, and how to weigh zoning against school quality and housing decisions.
Auckland Emergency Management has activated its emergency centre and is urging residents to prepare for a potentially life-threatening storm this weekend, with Cyclone Vaianu expected to bring heavy rain and severe gales.
An owner in a large Newmarket apartment complex has won a Tenancy Tribunal case challenging the illegal allocation of costs for replacing flammable cladding.
Auckland drivers were hit with a record of nearly $49 million in parking fines in 2025, with the increase attributed to higher government-set fees rather than more aggressive enforcement.
The Japanese Embassy is opposing a plan to erect a statue in a Takapuna reserve honouring the victims of wartime sexual slavery, a move an analyst calls an attempt to 'veto' the local Korean community's memorial.
One Tree Hill College students are helping to renovate a house on school grounds to provide affordable accommodation for teachers, combating the staff shortage driven by Auckland's high cost of living.
Thousands of Tokelauans from across the globe have gathered in Auckland for the biennial Easter festival, a four-day celebration of culture, sport, and community identity.
A mother-and-son landlord duo with a history of Tenancy Tribunal disputes are being investigated by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment after fresh complaints.
A wide array of indoor and outdoor events, from immersive light shows to creative workshops, are set to entertain Auckland families these school holidays.