You have selected Council news from 28 June 2009.

Aotea Square upgrade: creating an asset for all
The redevelopment of Aotea Square is part of the council's plan to create a lively arts, culture and entertainment hub with a distinctly Auckland feel.

Inorganic rubbish - collection it's a wrap
The biennial Auckland city inorganic rubbish collection has drawn to a close, with a predicted 12 per cent decrease in the amount of inorganic waste collected than in previous years.

What council spending will mean for you
$460 million planned in capital expenditure and an average rates increase kept below the council's rate of inflation.

Royal visit to Auckland
Their Majesties King Juan Carlos I and Queen Sofia of Spain visited Auckland city last week as part of their visit to New Zealand – their first in over 20 years.

Keeping Auckland's arts scene vibrant
Supporting our city's performing arts scene and ensuring that it remains vibrant is important to Aucklanders.

Diverse communities buddy up
A project that encourages Chinese-speaking new migrants to "buddy" up with other Aucklanders, is being hailed a success.

Council contractors come to the rescue
Thanks to some true Kiwi ingenuity, Pixie Mitchell of Kohimarama, was safely rescued by three Auckland City Council contractors.

Mt Eden herd re-moo-val
Cows grazing at Maungawhau - Mt Eden will be permanently removed in order to protect the archaeological features of the area and its historical significance.

News in brief: Queens Wharf plans
Auckland City Council met with the media on Tuesday to tour Queens Wharf and confirm that potential plans for the facility were still in the making.