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Popular Auckland campground re-opens for summer despite flood risk
Risk & Compliance

Popular Auckland campground re-opens for summer despite flood risk

Despite council warnings of a high flood hazard, Piha Campground has been cleared to stay open this summer after a unanimous local board vote.

By Torika Tokalau • 4 min read • Last month
Police gear up for Rugby League World Cup gatherings in Auckland
Auckland Council

Police gear up for Rugby League World Cup gatherings in Auckland

Police expect larger crowds and possible disorder across Auckland as Pacific teams' Rugby League World Cup games stir street celebrations.

By Torika Tokalau • 2 min read • Last month
Daylight savings prompts warning of summer weather surprises
Auckland Council

Daylight savings prompts warning of summer weather surprises

Aucklanders are being told to brace for dry spells, strong winds and storm risk as a strong El Niño raises summer pressure on water supplies.

By Torika Tokalau • 3 min read • Fri, 25th Sep 2026
Safety upgrades aimed at slowing drivers on popular Piha road
Urban Planning

Safety upgrades aimed at slowing drivers on popular Piha road

Residents on Glenesk Road may soon see speed bumps and clearer signs after years of complaints about dangerous parking and fast traffic.

By Torika Tokalau • 3 min read • Wed, 16th Sep 2026
Auckland mayor Wayne Brown tells island residents to 'cough up' for rubbish service
Urban Planning

Auckland mayor Wayne Brown tells island residents to 'cough up' for rubbish service

A targeted rate is being considered for Kawau Island after Wayne Brown said mainland Aucklanders should not subsidise its waste services.

By Torika Tokalau • 4 min read • Wed, 9th Sep 2026
Kawau Island residents weigh in on rubbish stoush
Auckland Council

Kawau Island residents weigh in on rubbish stoush

Council options for Kawau Island's rubbish service could shift costs onto residents, as islanders warn of more illegal dumping.

By Torika Tokalau • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2026
Residents oppose luxury Auckland island's waste facility
Auckland Council

Residents oppose luxury Auckland island's waste facility

Mainland ratepayers are subsidising Kawau Island rubbish collection, as residents seek to curb dumping and protect Sandspit Reserve.

By Torika Tokalau • 3 min read • Wed, 12th Aug 2026