You have selected Council news from 15 February 2009.

Improving harbour water quality
The Lumsden Green stormwater upgrade project reached an important milestone recently with the addition of a tunnelling machine that will dig 30 metres below Newmarket, around Davis Crescent and Short Street.

Children to be safer
In an attempt to reduce serious and fatal injuries on Auckland's roads, the council is creating new 40km/h speed zones for a further 16 schools before the end of June.

Getting on with it
A further three council projects are nearing completion.

Urban tree rules still apply
The council would like to remind people that it offers free advice about consents regarding tree removal and pruning.

Inorganic collection
It's time to start clearing out garages and sheds of all junk accumulated over the past two years, as the inorganic rubbish collection starts shortly.

Third rates instalment
Ratepayers who have chosen to pay their rates in four separate payments are reminded that their third instalment is due on 20 February 2009.

Auckland's Go By Bike Breakfast event
Cyclists of all abilities are encouraged to pedal to the Viaduct Harbour this Wednesday, 18 February, for a morning of fun and entertainment at the council's annual Go By Bike Breakfast.

Sustainable living
Learn how to save money and protect the environment by attending a sustainable living adult education course.

Register your interest in the Auckland City Council retail bond offer
Auckland City Council is considering making an offer of $100 million of retail bonds with the ability to accept oversubscriptions of up to $50 million.