You have selected Council news from 7 December 2008.

Breakthrough reached on demolition rules
An agreement has been made to review the council's plans to lift demolition controls on pre-1940s buildings in residential 2 zones.

Wynyard Quarter plan changes endorsed
The redevelopment of Wynyard Quarter, an area also known as the Tank Farm, took an important step forward last week when Auckland City Council endorsed independent recommendations for the district plan changes for the area.

Mayor thanks Auckland Zoo fundraisers
Mayor of Auckland city, the Hon. John Banks, visited Auckland Zoo this week to thank Penny Whiting, chairperson of the Auckland Zoo Charitable Trust for its fundraising efforts.

Dangerous critters warn careless pedestrians
As the streets fill with shoppers and tourists, and the Christmas party season gets under way, Auckland City Council is reminding pedestrians and motorists to take care in the city this summer.

Council budget aims for affordable progress
Auckland City Council's draft 10-year plan includes projects that will make Aucklanders' lives easier, safer and healthier as the council carries out a proposed $3.7 billion worth of capital expenditure in the city.

Recycling works
Five months into the new kerbside recycling scheme, results show Aucklanders are already making a difference to their environment.

Free parking for Christmas in the Park
People going to Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park on Saturday, 13 December at Auckland Domain can park free of charge at Auckland City Council's Karangahape Road and Stanley Street car parks.

Westhaven wins
Westhaven Marina, owned by Auckland City Council, has won international environmental recognition for the fourth consecutive year.