The council is pleading with residents of the super city to report any suspicious behaviour to the police after a number of public artworks have been vandalised or stolen.
Chair of the parks, arts community and events committee councillor Alf Filipaina said he is "disappointed with the blatant disregard for public property".
"It is beyond frustrating that these incidents keep happening, and that those committing these acts have no pride in their city, or regard for their fellow Aucklanders."
Filipaina said to have unique art pieces in the city is not a privilege enjoyed in other regions.
"It upsets me that these opportunities are not only being taken for granted by some, but that through these mindless acts, they are also being taken away from those who would appreciate them,
"It simply has to stop," he added.
Art pieces vandalised or stolen:
- The bronze figurine base from The Valkyrie Fountain was stolen with the supporting marble pillar seeing serve damage.
- Ōwairaka - Statue of a cloaked woman by Christine Hellyar was damaged beyond repair.
- Francis Upritchard’s Loafers.
- The Five Rams in Myers Park.
- Matakana War Memorial.
Filipaina urges those who witness an offence taking place to call 111 or if they have information about the whereabouts of stolen property to report it to 105.
He added reports of graffiti across the super city are "also increasing".
"The council prioritises the quick removal of graffiti – particularly offensive graffiti."
Filipaina said the ability to do this has been impacted by staff shortages due to COVID-19 isolation.
"In this financial year to date, there has been over 66,000 reports of graffiti across the region, with 2117 requests for service (RFS) made to the council,
"In the last financial year, there were just over 70,000 reported incidents, but in comparison, only 1375 requests for service," he added.
