You have selected Council news from 17 February 2008.

Opening the world of art to you
Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki will join the ranks of major art museums on the world stage with its upcoming restoration and expansion.

Happy New Year
Visitors to the CBD will have noticed Queen Street, as well as Alfred and Wellesley streets, Karangahape Road and the Viaduct Harbour have been decorated with red and yellow Chinese lanterns.

Saving water
Less leakage from Auckland city's underground water network has lead to a reduction - approximately half an Olympic-size swimming pool of water a day - in water drawn from the region's supply compared to a year ago.

Airport shares
The council's Finance and Strategy Committee this week restated that the council would retain its 12.75 per cent shareholding in Auckland Airport

Exciting line up of exhibitions on show
During the development of the main gallery, the Auckland Art Gallery's New Gallery on the corner of Wellesley and Lorne streets will continue to provide an exciting line-up of exhibitions and public programmes.

Getting on with it
Marine enthusiasts can now enjoy a more pleasurable experience on the wharf at Orapiu on Waiheke Island.

Rates reminder
Auckland City Council reminds ratepayers that their next rates instalment is due on Wednesday, 20 February.

Road safety project for Point England
People living in or near Point England are invited to workshops to give their feedback on council plans to improve road safety in the area.

Beginners' guide to resource consents
Find out what you need to know when building or renovating.

A classical extravaganza
Auckland city will be bathed with music and light at this year's SkyCity Starlight Symphony at the Auckland Domain on Saturday, 23 February from 7.30pm to 10.15pm.

Light up the night
Celebrate Chinese New Year and welcome the Year of the Rat at the ninth annual Auckland Lantern Festival at Albert Park from Friday, 22 to Sunday, 24 February, daily from 5pm to 10.30pm.