Auckland Regional Council
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The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) is responsible for the things that Aucklanders care most about - our coasts, beaches and natural environment. The role of the ARC is to protect the region's air, soil and water resources from pollution and to ensure their sustainable use as Auckland develops and its population grows. The Council also manages the growing demands on the region's transport systems, and supports public transport services. Every person and every community in the Auckland region has an interest in the environment. Research tells us that the environment (including the coast, beaches and open spaces) is a key contributor to the quality of life for Aucklanders and the ARC acts as Auckland's environmental guardian.
AUCKLAND — The ARC believes improving the road safety of State Highway 1 between Puhoi and Wellsford should be the NZTA's immediate priority.
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AUCKLAND — The ARC has reaffirmed its dissatisfaction with the management of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in New Zealand, and has resolved to continue to seek better outcomes for local communities.
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AUCKLAND CITY — “We’re excited to be hosting the wharf’s first major event since the Auckland Regional Council (ARC) and Government took ownership and opened the gates to the public on Anzac Day,” said ARC Chairman Mike Lee.
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AUCKLAND — New Zealand will not bid to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
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AUCKLAND — An extensive picture of Auckland’s air, land, water and biodiversity was released today by the Auckland Regional Council (ARC).
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AUCKLAND — Figures out this week show that nationally only 15 per cent of people have an emergency plan and or enough food and water for three days.
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AUCKLAND — Spades full of earth turned over at Shakespear Regional Park today signalled the beginning of a new era for the park and a long-awaited start on a pest proof fence that will stretch across the peninsula.
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AUCKLAND — Expected arrival in Auckland (North Head) is 1052hrs (NZDT) today.
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AUCKLAND — Councillor Bill Burrill, Chairman of the Auckland Regional Council (ARC) Finance Committee has announced he will retire from politics in October this year.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) is cautiously optimistic about the Government’s announcement this week that genetically modified organisms (GMOs) will be governed by the newly formed Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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A public lunchtime talk focusing on the archaeological investigation of a West Auckland landmark will take place on April 17 to mark the International Day for Monuments and Sites (also known as World Heritage Day).
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council is supportive of the Government's decisions following the report of the Royal Commission on Auckland Governance.
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AUCKLAND — The ARC has adopted its Draft Long-Term Council Community Plan (LTCCP) 2009-19 and is inviting the public to comment.
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AUCKLAND — "We are supportive of the overall thrust of the report as it is very much in line with the ARC submission; however, I am sure the devil might be in the detail," ARC chairman Mike Lee said.
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AUCKLAND — Writer Siobhan Harvey and painter Johanna Pegler were chosen from 54 applicants to the ARC's regional parks based programme.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council is introducing grass carp into Lake Wainamu, near Bethells Beach in a bid to rid the lake of an exotic weed.
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AUCKLAND — The installation of ‘angel rings’ at high risk rock fishing spots on Auckland’s west coast beaches could help save lives this summer, but wearing a lifejacket should still be the number one priority for rock fishers.
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AUCKLAND CITY — The Auckland Regional Council today expanded the two-for-one ticket offer for tomorrow night’s LA Galaxy football match against the Oceania All Stars XI to include everybody who has bought tickets to the game.
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AUCKLAND CITY — David Beckham has put to bed any lingering doubt that he won't be part of LA Galaxy's squad for next month's big friendly in Auckland against the Oceania All Stars.
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Want to turn your food scraps and garden waste into something useful? The new national website www.createyourowneden.org.nz provides easy guides to start composting, worm farming or using a Bokashi system.
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AUCKLAND — Auckland Regional Council (ARC) leaders are commending the government on its recently announced measures to protect Maui’s and Hector’s dolphins.
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AUCKLAND — Recent news reports have speculated upon negotiations between the Auckland Regional Council (ARC) and US Major League Soccer team LA Galaxy to hold an exhibition match at Mt Smart Stadium.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) and Manukau City Council have agreed to continue to work together to promote a series of horticultural, musical and other cultural events at the Auckland Botanic Gardens.
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AUCKLAND — Auckland Regional Council chairman Michael Lee congratulates the New Zealand Government on its decision to purchase Toll New Zealand’s rail and ferry business.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council has today released a draft regional parking strategy calling on local councils to reduce the amount of all-day parking in business and shopping centres as public transport improves.
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AUCKLAND — Auckland Regional Council has decided to consult the public on a proposed $10 million contribution toward the redevelopment of Eden Park.
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AUCKLAND — Sculptor Nic Moon and painter Derek March are to become the Auckland Regional Council’s very first artists in residence.
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AUCKLAND — The ARC will escalate its approach to issues around beach vehicle access to a regional and national level.
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The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) Parks and Heritage Committee today decided upon its preferred site for the relocation of the Muriwai Volunteer Surf Life Saving Club’s club rooms.
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AUCKLAND — A new flower/garden show at the Auckland Botanic Gardens in Manukau is being sought to replace the Ellerslie International Flower Show.
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AUCKLAND — Another rare bird species is being welcomed back to Tawharanui this weekend.
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AUCKLAND CITY — Auckland Regional Council chairman Michael Lee says train commuters have coped well with changes today at Newmarket station as the $65 million modernisation of the country’s busiest junction went full steam ahead.
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MANUKAU CITY — The inaugural Stoneleigh Sculpture in the Gardens Stoneleigh People’s Choice Award has been won by Virginia King for her sculpture exhibition entry, Pupu Harakeke – Flax Snail.
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AUCKLAND — Statement from Paul Walbran, Auckland Regional Council (ARC) Regional Strategy and Planning Committee chairman.
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AUCKLAND — The call to action to protect against rock snot (didymo) has taken on new urgency with it being detected in two more major South Island rivers.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) is trialling a new programme to give artists a chance to live and work in a regional park.
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Auckland Regional Council chairman Michael Lee today expressed his condolences and deepest sympathy to the family of Sir Edmund Hillary.
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AUCKLAND — “Unfortunately the bulk of the surprising 'surplus' indicated in last year’s ARC annual report (year ending 30 June 07) and reported this week is not a genuine surplus at all, but is made up of several one-off elements.
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AUCKLAND — Auckland Regional Council has released its annual report 2007, highlighting how it performed against the first year of its ten-year plan 2006-16.
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AUCKLAND — ARC chairman announces goal of overtaking Wellington patronage by 2011.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council office at 21 Pitt Street, Auckland will be closed over Christmas, from 12.00pm Monday 24 December to 8.00am Thursday 3 January.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council has received a request for a contribution to the redevelopment of Eden Park. The Council will consider the issue in the new year.
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AUCKLAND — A coastal grant is helping the Hibiscus Sea Rescue Trust save lives this summer.
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AUCKLAND — John Tregidga, Mayor of Hauraki District Council, was yesterday elected to chair the Hauraki Gulf Forum.
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AUCKLAND — Auckland regional economic development agency AucklandPlus has welcomed the Government’s announcement of six future economic development priorities.
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Wearing a lifejacket and checking weather conditions when going fishing off the rocks this summer could save your life and the lives of those around you.
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AUCKLAND CITY — The Auckland Regional Council (ARC) is disappointed to see the Ellerslie International Flower Show leave the Auckland region but has pledged to work with local councils to investigate future event opportunities.
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AUCKLAND CITY — The ARC sponsored Raingarden picked up gold, and the ARC Sculpture in Our Garden won silver, in the exhibition category at the Ellerslie International Flower Show this afternoon.
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COROMANDEL — We are pleased that the Court of Appeal has agreed with Auckland Regional Council (ARC) and Auckland City Council’s case that councils should be able to prohibit certain activities in their plans, if and where necessary to protect the environment.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council welcomes the appointment today of commissioners and the release of wide-ranging Terms of Reference for the Royal Commission of Inquiry into Auckland Governance.
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AUCKLAND — To my fellow elected members, I thank you for the great honour and responsibility with which you have again entrusted me.
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AUCKLAND — In response to community concern over the spread of mangroves, the Auckland Regional Council (ARC) is seeking the public’s views on proposed changes to its Regional Plan: Coastal.
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AUCKLAND CITY — Sixty submissions have been received on the Regional Plan: Coastal, Plan Change 3 – Wynyard Quarter.
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AUCKLAND — Election results for the Auckland Regional Council will be posted on the ARC website www.arc.govt.nz as soon as they are available from all electoral officers, expected from around 2pm on election day, Saturday 13 October.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council welcomes the Land Transport Management (Transport Services Licensing Act) Bill tabled in Parliament today.
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AUCKLAND — Auckland’s annual report measuring progress on strategic transport goals is out today – and it shows the region is getting its act together implementing a regionally-agreed strategy.
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AUCKLAND — Housing affordability in the Auckland region - response to Property Council press release ‘New Urban Limits to Influence Housing’ Statement from Paul Walbran, Chair of Auckland Regional Council’s Regional Strategy and Planning Committee.
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AUCKLAND — Members, I am proud to present the final chairman’s report of the 2004-2007 term of the Auckland Regional Council.
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AUCKLAND CITY — A tame ferret has been spotted relaxing in the sun on a resident’s deck in Oneroa, Waiheke Island, and traps have been set to try to catch it.
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AUCKLAND — I was greatly saddened to hear of the death of Councillor Neil Morrison of Manukau City Council, who passed away yesterday following a stroke.
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AUCKLAND — An historic bill to protect the Waitakere Ranges for generations to come passed its second reading in Parliament last night.
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AUCKLAND — The Auckland Regional Council’s (ARC) has amended the plan for the management of the Waitakere Ranges Regional Parkland.
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AUCKLAND — School holidays are fast approaching and the Auckland Regional Council is offering some exciting activities for kids on regional parks.
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AUCKLAND — A Draft Threat Management Plan to save the Maui’s and Hector’s dolphin, released by the government last week, is a positive step in the right direction says Auckland Regional Council (ARC) Deputy Chair Christine Rose, who is encouraging people to make submissions.
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