You have selected Council news from 25 January 2009.

Wireless internet service launched in city
Aucklanders can now benefit more easily from fast, affordable broadband thanks to this week's launch of the Auckland City Wi-Fi service across seven zones in the Auckland CBD and fringe.

Keeping our beaches clean
Auckland's beaches are enjoyed by thousands of people every year. Keeping beaches safe and clean is an important job for the council.

New venue for 2009 Go By Bike Breakfast
Grab your bike, don a helmet and get down to the Viaduct Harbour for Auckland City Council's Go By Bike Breakfast on Wednesday, 18 February.

Improving community and library facilities
Auckland City Council owns or supports 19 community centres, runs 29 community halls, owns two community offices, and has 17 public libraries and one mobile library.

Eden/Albert by-election
Nominations are now open for an Eden/Albert Community Board member, following the recent resignation of sitting member, Elinor Harvey.

Rates instalment notice coming
Ratepayers who have chosen to pay their rates in four separate instalments will be receiving their third instalment notice this week, with payment due on 20 February 2009.

Council to offer retail bonds
Auckland City Council has approved plans to offer a retail bond issue to investors.

Matariki performers wanted
Funding applications for community events and activities for Matariki - Māori new year - are now open.