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The Auckland Council and Auckland Transport Public Safety & Nuisance Bylaw addresses issues relating to public safety and nuisance, and inappropriate behaviour in public places to ensure that Aucklanders and visitors can freely enjoy the city’s...

For the results of our 2014 HOTCity member's survey, click here.Thanks to everyone who participated! We really appreciate your feedback. 

Auckland Transport is currently undertaking a parking discussion as part of a review of all aspects of parking in Auckland and is wanting public feedback on its Draft Parking Discussion Document. The review looks at the use of Park and Rides,...

We're recently launched our very own clever little app. WHERE NEXT™ knows what you like, what's close, cool and on in the heart of Auckland City. It's full of ideas that you can pretend are yours, so you won't ever be stuck for what to do next in...

Our Winter Campaign runs until 19 Sep, and looks to drive business to the city centre over the quiet winter months. AKL: The Show Never Stops in the Heart of the City will appear in Cinema, Press, Bus Shelters and digital online and on mobile. The...

View our city centre's 24/7 pedestrian counts with our new interactive map - see how many people were in the city yesterday, last week, last month or even last year. The map allows you to quickly understand where people are located, and on...

The proposed Trading and Events in Public Places Bylaw is now open for comment, with feedback due by Thursday 4 September. Trading and events in public places contributes to the economic, social and cultural vitality of Auckland, adds to the character of...

The SkyPath project is at a critical stage, submissions are open for the Resource Consent process until Friday 23 January. SkyPath will create a walking and cycling link between the North Shore and the Heart of the City. It will link through with...

O’Connell Street and Federal Street are now complete offering a transformed experience of the city centre, and Khartoum Place is set to join them soon.  They join the existing network of shared spaces in Lorne, Fort, Darby and Elliott Streets, that...

Auckland Council and Auckland Transport have jointly drafted new region-wide signage bylaw which will be open for public feedback from Wednesday 3 September to Friday 3 October 2014. The new bylaw will regulate display of signs that are on, or...

Our AGM is being held next Wednesday, 22 October, 5.30 for a 5.45pm meeting at the Nathan Club, Britomart (51 Galway Street)With the circumstances following the recent contract termination of HOTCity’s former CEO, we have made some amendments to the...

The latest section of Auckland’s expanding cycling and walking network – the Upper Queen Street Grafton Gully and Beach Road link were officially opened last week, which is fantastic news for recreational and commuter cyclists wanting to access and enjoy...

There has been quite a bit of public buzz around the Downtown Framework that was presented to Council recently. The report provides a range of options for the downtown area that includes 12 major pieces of work including QE2 Square, Quay St and the...

From 27 Feb - 8 March 2015, Heart of the City will be delivering the central city's signature fashion retail event - 10 Days of Fashion in the City.Fashion in the City is a significant and proven central city event that celebrates and promotes the...

It is with disappointment that the Board of Heart of the City wish to advise members that the contract with former chief executive Alex Swney has been terminated.The Board has already commenced the process for appointing an independent, interim chief...

We are pleased to announce the appointment of interim Chief Executive, David Wright, effective immediately.Mr Wright is an experienced company director, executive leader and management consultant for a diverse range of corporate and State sector...

The installation of Santa & his reindeer has begun with a small amount of preparation work on the Whitcoulls building and canopy area on both Tuesday 11 and Wednesday 12 November in the early hours from approximately 4am – 6am.The...

Auckland Council is deciding where psychoactive substances, commonly known as legal highs, can be sold once they are licensed by central government. Council is seeking feedback on their draft policy which looks to ensure that vulnerable people in the...

Auckland’s downtown will be transformed over the coming decade. On offer will be better transport, more attractive streets and new buildings. The plans also include new and better public spaces, each one serving a different purpose and together providing...

The Farmers Santa Parade has brought joy, laughter and goodies to the people of Auckland for 80 years and this year is no exception with the parade scheduled for November 30.The 2014 Farmers Santa Parade will feature all the wonderful pageantry, fun and...

From Santa, Christmas trees, theatre and markets to sunny day concerts, outdoor cinema and more. You can find all the events you need in your calendar this Christmas season here.

We've pulled together the highlights of what we've been doing over the last 18 months. Our Annual Report showcases how we have delivered many positive achievements with real results for our members, and have contributed to the City Centre's increasing...

This weekend the city will be celebrating its 175th year. Events include the Buskers Festival, the Seafood Festival, a carnival on the eastern viaduct, and a transformation of Queen's Wharf and Quay Street into a multimedia exhibition that tells the...

• Test your leadership, advocacy, marketing, political savvy and communication skills• Make a visionary impact on the future business development in Auckland’s CBD • Ensure Auckland’s CBD continues as a vibrant and prosperous area Heart of the...

Summer is in full swing which means a lot of great events are heading our way in the coming weeks, increasing visitors number and opportunities for our hospitality and retail businesses. On the weekend 31 Jan-1 Feb, the Dick Smith NRL Auckland Nines...

Auckland Council are proposing to double the cost of outdoor dining in the city centre, as part of a process standardise fees for all trading and events activities across the region to coincide with the new Trading and Events in Public Places Bylaw...

Councillors need to be cautious with the future of our WaterfrontOpening up our waterfront, and attracting a growing cruise industry should not automatically give right to Port expansion. The Central Wharves strategy is well considered, and it will...

Update your wardrobe with over 100 in-store offers, experience fabulous fashion events, find out behind the scenes fashion tips, WIN fashionable giveaways and more and celebrate all things fashion in the city over ten very stylish days as fashion fever...

Heart of the City commissions a quarterly CBD Consumer Retail Expenditure Report to track trends and assist you with monitoring the performance of your business in the city centre. The report produced by Marketview Limited, is based on spending in the...

We want HOTCity Members views on important Auckland decisions before letting Council know what we think. Should Auckland pay for additional transport investment by way of motorway tolling or fuel taxes? Is Light Rail a good idea, and what are the...

The future of our waterfront has continues to be under the spotlight.  Heart of the City’s position has been that no decision around further reclamation into the Waitemata Harbour should occur until a wider longer term Port study has been completed...

Auckland Council are proposing to almost double the cost of outdoor dining in the city centre, as part of a process to standardise fees for all trading and events activities across the region to coincide with the new Trading and Events in Public Places...

The City Rail Link’s early construction works will begin late 2015 to early 2016 with completion in 2018/2019. The CRL will increase access to and through the City Centre, and will have a clear economic benefit and return for Heart of the City Members....

Summary of our Submission: Business Property Rates: We support the ongoing rates equalisation policy and the proposed gradual reduction of business property rates as proposed. City Centre Targeted Rate: We support the ongoing collection of the City...

O'Connell Street businesses have collaborated to develop a weekly "Thursdays on O'Connell" event to make the most of the new shared space. This event will run each Thursday until 30 April (except 26 March). To find out more about all of the...

The Beach Road walking and cycling project began its second and final stage on 30 March, continuing the transformation of a key link into the city centre. Jointly funded by Auckland Transport and Auckland Council, the project will extend stage one of the...