You have selected Council news from 24 May 2009.

Happy birthday, Harbour Bridge
On 30 May, one of Auckland's most recognisable structures turns 50 - the kilometre-long Auckland Harbour Bridge, which crosses the Waitemata Harbour and links Auckland city to the North Shore.

Auckland's BIG little city
Heart of the City, Auckland City Council and a number of retail, travel, accommodation, attraction and event organisations, are encouraging Kiwis to visit Auckland city this winter.

Vital road for Auckland
The new State Highway (SH20) Mt Roskill Extension motorway was officially opened this month, providing another link in Auckland’s western ring route.

Framework to assist new council
Auckland City Council is to showcase its Future Planning Framework project as a potential district planning tool for the new Auckland Council.

St Heliers Village gets protection
The St Heliers centre plan to protect the character and amenity of the village has become operative.

10-year plan consultation ends
Public consultation on the draft 10-year plan 2009-2019 has now closed.

News in brief: Hikoi traffic delays
Due to a hikoi (march/walk) on Monday, 25 May, Auckland City Council is expecting significant disruption to traffic within the central city area, and on key city-bound roads and motorways.

News in brief: CBD recycling
This week, Auckland City Council starts a three-month trial of recycling in the CBD.