Our Council
Auckland governance changes - what’s next?
The North Shore City Council continues to work closely with the Auckland Transition Agency, whose job it is to establish the new council by 1 November next year. The ATA is currently undertaking a planned and structured process to find out exactly what the existing eight councils do and how they operate. Once that process is completed, planning to build the new council will begin in earnest. If you wish to discuss transition issues, please get in touch with our staff through Actionline or 09 486 8600. Alternatively, contact any of our Councillors or Community Board members. Next week North Shore City Council will begin a fortnightly electronic newsletter to provide regular updates on the transition to the new council. If you wish to receive this newsletter please subscribe.

Council launches refreshed website
There is less reason than ever to line up at council’s front desk as our new website offers an improved range of online services. Not only can you pay your rates online, you can also submit a building consent, make an application for a LIM, view property files, register your dog, apply for community funding, pay fines, have your say on a new by-law or plan change, contact your Councillors, find out about coming events and so much more. More

Summary Annual Report for 2008 / 2009 now available
Our Annual Report measures our achievements and progress to date against what was set out in the Annual Plan 2008/09 (part of our City Plan 2006-2016). The full report won’t be available until the end of September, but until then you can view the summary document online. More

Faster journeys for car poolers
Good news for North Shore commuters – now you only need to team up with one other person to use three of our transit lanes. Earlier this month, the council converted the T3s at Shakespeare Road, Akoranga Drive and Constellation Drive to T2s. More

What's On
North Shore City Heritage Festival
It’s time to reminisce about the “good ol’ days” at North Shore City’s annual Heritage Festival, which is shaping up to be one of the best yet. From 2 – 12 October, get along to some of the 30 vibrant and exciting events remembering North Shore City’s rich heritage. From fashion, marriage, literature and antiques, to beach life, sport and architecture, there’s something for people of all ages to enjoy. More

Passchendaele exhibition makes final appearance
A moving exhibition paying tribute to our country’s bloodiest battle will make its final New Zealand appearance at the historic Fort Takapuna this October – on the 92nd anniversary of the event it commemorates. More

Champ Wag’n Walk
Spruce up your pooch, stretch your legs, and take in the fresh air by joining the biggest dog event in the country, the Champ Wag ‘N Walk on Saturday 17 October from 10am to 3pm at Milford Reserve. More

By the centre – quick march!
Do you remember the Marching Girls with their white boots and short skirts? Well, the boots are still around but the skirts have been replaced by trousers for the Leisure Marching Ladies’ display taking place on Saturday 26 September, starting at 9am. More

Our Neighbourhood

Have your say on the Draft Heritage Strategy
We’d like your feedback on the draft historic heritage strategy. The strategy aims to make it easier for the council and the community to identify and protect all historic heritage resources in the city and to understand the stories behind them. You are invited to submit your comments about the strategy before Thursday 8 October. More

Tree Protection Still Stands On North Shore
Changes to the law affecting tree protection in urban areas were passed in Parliament last week – placing restrictions on the rules councils can enforce regarding tree protection on private properties. Check the dates when these new laws will come into effect. More

Wairau Road – Taharoto Road Upgrade Stage 4
The widening of Taharoto Rd between Shakespeare Road and Shea Terrace is due for completion at the end of September. This sees the latest stage of the Wairau – Taharoto Road upgrade, one of the city’s biggest transport projects, completed. More

Cautious Return to Beaches Advised
People are advised to remain cautious on North Shore beaches and health authorities are advising people to closely supervise children and pets. Although it is no longer suggested that people stay away from beaches altogether, the Auckland Regional Public Health Service has offered some advice for beach users. More