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Expert hearing panel confirmed for proposed Plan Change 120

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council and the Government have confirmed the appointment of the expert group that will lead hearings on proposed Plan Change 120.   Known as an ‘independent hearings panel’, the group is made up of nine members with extensive backgrounds in...

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Top 10 city centre wins in 2025

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council We reflect on another year of renewal and vibrancy in the city centre.  Deputy Mayor Desley Simpson welcomes the opportunity at the end of the year to...

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Last call for feedback on Auckland’s future housing plan

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Aucklanders have until 5pm on Friday 19 December to make a submission on Proposed Plan Change 120, which updates Auckland’s planning rules to strengthen natural hazard protections...

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More funding, more impact:

· February 8, 2026

Source: Auckland Council Auckland Council is investing big in community climate action with the launch of Te Ara Urutau – Climate and Emergency Ready Fund, offering more than $1million to help community organisations across Tāmaki Makaurau take bold, practical steps to...

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Man arrested after Police vehicle rammed

· January 21, 2026

Source: New Zealand Police One man has been arrested after allegedly ramming the stolen vehicle he was driving into a Police unit. Auckland Central Police responded to information just before...

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Government backs economic growth in Southland

· January 21, 2026

Source: New Zealand Government Southland is set for a major economic boost, with the Government committing a $3.1 million loan through the Regional Infrastructure Fund (RIF) to kickstart an industrial...

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Labour MP Adrian Rurawhe to retire from politics

· January 21, 2026

Source: Radio New Zealand Adrian Rurawhe RNZ / Angus Dreaver Labour MP Adrian Rurawhe has announced he will retire from politics next month. The former Speaker has been in parliament...