You have selected Council news from 8 March 2009.

Council proposes 10-year budget of affordable progress
Councillors met this week to discuss the city's budget for the next 10 years, which will be released for public consultation next month.

It's all on in Auckland
With more events than you can shake a stick at, Auckland will be buzzing over the next few weeks.

New online maps helping Aucklanders
Working out where to park and which recreational facilities you would like to visit is now much easier thanks to the introduction of interactive Google maps on the Auckland City Council website.

Getting on with it - Table tennis a hit
With a recent burst of popularity for table tennis, the new outdoor table tennis table at Mt Albert War Memorial Park (otherwise known as Rocket Park), has been a hit with park users.

Getting on with it - Council installs new shade sails
Children can now keep cool at Palm Beach Reserve Playground on Waiheke Island, thanks to new shade sails installed over the playground.

Energy upgrade
Failure to invest in a secure supply of energy would be catastrophic for Auckland, says Councillor Aaron Bhatnagar, chairperson of the City Development Committee.

100,000 trees planted
More than 103,000 trees have been planted across Auckland city since 2002, thanks to the council and associated organisations.

World basketball
Aspiring basketball stars will get their chance to shine at the upcoming FIBA Under-19 World Championship for Men, which will take place in Auckland in July.

Heritage fund 2009
Auckland city residents wishing to apply for grants for cultural or natural heritage projects on their land or property have until 17 April to do so.

Quay Street
Quay Street is now back to normal and traffic should be considerably improved, thanks to work being completed by Auckland's electricity network company, Vector, on Monday.

Earth Hour
Join Auckland City Council in supporting Earth Hour by turning out your lights on Saturday, 28 March from 8.30pm to 9.30pm.

Puppy school
Help ensure your puppy is loved not only by you but also by your neighbours and visitors, with puppy and young dog classes.

Taste of Auckland Competition
City Scene readers have the chance to win two tickets to the Singapore Airlines VIP Experience on Sunday, 22 March.