Age-friendly city centre

What makes an age-friendly city centre

Demographic changes are increasing the proportion of older people living in Auckland’s inner city and changing how people use public space.

An age-friendly approach supports ageing-in-place and reflects residents’ requirements for participating fully in the life of the city centre.

Making Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland age-friendly

Auckland Council is aiming to become a member of the World Health Oragnisation (WHO) global network of Age Friendly Cities (residents who are 65 years and over).

An Age-Friendly Action Plan is in development. It will enable a more inclusive and friendly Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland.

Related information

• World Health Organization: Global Age-friendly Cities: A Guide (PDF 1.5MB)
• Auckland Design Manual - Universal design
• Building Performance - Buildings for everyone: Designing for access and usability
• Age-friendly Auckland