You have selected Council news from 23 November 2008.

$3.7 billion invested in city's affordable progress
The citizens of Auckland gave this council the opportunity to lead on the commitment of affordable progress.

Drain work improves water quality
Excavation of the 25m-deep shaft in the middle of the Lumsden Green was completed last week.

Most people doing great job recycling
The council's "bin detectives" say that Auckland city residents are doing a great job of using the new kerbside recycling service.

Art enrolments open
Anyone interested in developing their artistic skills in 2009 need look no further than Artstation, Auckland City Council's community art centre in Ponsonby.

Library card winners
The contest attracted about 50 entries across three age categories.

Kerb dumping illegal
Council officers are finding an increasing amount of dumped rubbish that should be taken to transfer stations or the HazMobile.

Civic car park entrance closes
As part of the Aotea Square redevelopment, the Greys Avenue entrance to the Civic car park will close for about six months from 26 November.

Revaluation objections close
The objection period for property revaluation notices closes on 1 December 2008.