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Looking for some Waitākere alternatives this Labour Weekend?
If you love the bush, there are heaps of places you can go in Auckland.
Mission Bay Café a winner at Ōrākei awards
Congratulations to Mission Bay Café, who took out the Supreme Award at the first ever Ōrākei Local Board Business Awards.
Auckland Diwali Festival 2018
20 Oct - 21 Oct
A family-friendly festival offering the flavours, sights and sounds of Indian culture.
The Brontë Sisters in Auckland
A long way from the wild moors of Yorkshire, discover the Brontë Sisters' first published work.
Hearts of Men
16 Oct - 20 Oct
A heartfelt play about one man's war with himself over his culture, beliefs and love for boxing.
Auckland the place to be next winter
A plan is underway to transform Auckland into a captivating destination during winter months.
Auckland Night Markets
16 Oct - 23 Dec
Food, fashion, toys and lots of interesting sights and smells to tempt the senses.
Visionary concept for $2.5million Ōpanuku Link approved
A visionary concept for the future of the Ōpanuku Link in Henderson has been given the green light, with $2.5 million of funding allocated to the project.
Black Sticks Men vs Canada Match
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Warkworth hockey turf hosts its first international event – Black Sticks vs Canada.
WATCH: How we're getting Auckland moving
Auckland Transport explains how it's making our city great.
North Island Titles
17 Oct - 22 Oct
Rub shoulders with Olympian BMX racers and watch them perform in your own back yard.
Reigniting creative entrepreneurial talent by giving life to new ideas
Te Haa o Manukau cowork and makerspace has officially launched.
The Merchants of Bollywood
18 Oct - 21 Oct
An international spectacular bringing glitz, glamour, song, dance and romance.
Seven ways to make the most of your Labour Weekend
Plan your long weekend with our list of Labour Weekend events.
Sh-Boom! APO & The Koi Boys
18 Oct
With Motown classics and current hits, The Koi Boys showcase their smooth harmonies and slick moves.
Back to the future for heritage building
Iconic Mt Roskill building restored to former glory.
Niuean Language Week
18 Oct
Celebrate the language and culture of Niue through music, stories and performance.
Waiheke, it’s time to book your inorganic collection
Give your unwanted items new life.
The Big Bike Film Night 2018
18 Oct
A screening of the best cycling short films from around the world.
Auckland Diwali Festival this weekend
Festival producer Leilana Meredith invites everyone in Auckland for the long weekend to head to the festival.
Little and Loud Book Launch
18 Oct
The launch of a book by Sharon Davies QSM, breaking down barriers faced by people with disabilities.
Hunua Ranges area dog death
Auckland Council’s Hunua Project team has received one report of a dog death, following a walk in the Hunua Ranges Regional Park this past weekend.
Wainoni Park Volunteering
18 Oct - 08 Nov
Join Friends of Wainoni Park to help restore waterways, control pests and enhance the park.
Margan reserve land swap open for feedback
Consultation on a proposed land swap in New Lynn is now open.
Auckland Armageddon Expo
19 Oct - 22 Oct
Bigger than ever with an even larger line-up of celebrity guests, activities, competitions and games.
Licence granted for Auckland e-scooter operator
A trial has been granted to operate e-scooters on Auckland streets
Meet The Fakas
19 Oct - 20 Oct
A clash of culture ensues as a student and her fiancé return to Niue from NZ in this witty comedy.
Birkenhead grandstand removal begins
Work to remove the Birkenhead War Memorial Park grandstand building will begin on Monday 15 October.
Diwali at Ellen Melville Centre
19 Oct
A programme of free Diwali-themed activities ahead of the weekend’s Auckland Diwali Festival.
Parnell Baths to open in December
The pools will remain open until late April following improvements to filtration systems.
Armistice Centenary 2018 – Fields of Remembrance
20 Oct - 20 Nov
A field with 18,277 white crosses, each bearing the name of a New Zealander who lost their life in the First World War.