The gems on our doorstep
Explore the abundance of hidden gems across Tāmaki Makaurau, support Auckland’s recovery and make the most of everything our region has to offer.
Auckland Diwali Festival to light up region
Auckland Diwali Festival is set to light up communities across Auckland from 27 October to 14 November, with more than 100 activities and experiences taking place at numerous local venues across the region.
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Changes to Auckland’s train timetables
Auckland Transport is introducing a new timetable from Monday 19 October, following track work on the Eastern and Southern lines.
Auckland Council and partners top of the class in procurement
Healthy Waters and partners best of the best!
Labour Weekend Events
23 Oct - 26 Oct
Lots of great ideas to make the most of the long weekend in Auckland.
Call to decarbonise this World Energy Day
Aucklanders are being urged by Vector and Auckland Council to do their bit to move towards a net zero carbon target for New Zealand, as we mark World Energy Day.
Mary Poppins – The Broadway Musical
23 Oct - 01 Nov
This musical adventure is full of fantasy and magic, huge dance numbers and talking animals.
Building the path to zero waste
Construction and demolition feedback on waste minimisation
Paradise or the Impermanence of Ice Cream
23 Oct - 01 Nov
Take a wild ride to paradise with Indian Ink’s brand new play.
Auckland Council encourages phase-out of worthless plastics
Eliminating hard to recycle single use plastics would be a win for our environment
The Pyramids Are Rising: For the Third Culture Kids
23 Oct - 15 Jan
A free photography exhibition exploring the identity of young people with African descent, former refugees and immigrants, living in Auckland.
What your targeted rates have preserved over the past year
Auckland's environment is benefitting from the natural environment and water quality targeted rates.
Franklin Arts Trail Labour Weekend Event
24 Oct - 26 Oct
A unique opportunity to visit and chat to Franklin artists in their studios/galleries.
Community feedback strengthens Takapuna town square design
More planting, seating and the addition of bike and scooter parking are some of the changes that will be implemented in Takapuna’s town square design, following public consultation.
Arts in the Ville
24 Oct - 26 Oct
An annual festival and art trail in Helensville, celebrating the many local artists in the area.
Amphibious dredge put to work at Waiatarua
Visitors to Orakei’s popular Waiatarua Reserve were witness to some pretty impressive works recently when a sediment removal project required unique machinery.
Mahurangi Artist's Studio Trail
24 Oct - 01 Nov
Follow the trail to discover artists working in a wide variety of media and styles.
Young sports talent recognised in Manurewa
Schools and sports team coaches are being encouraged to put their young people forward for recognition in the Manurewa Junior Sports Awards.
Mission Bay Art & Craft Market
26 Oct
With up to 200 stalls, you can find a variety of art, crafts, gifts and much more.
Auckland Council provides safe online tool for domestic violence victims
Auckland Council is proud to support the Women’s Refuge New Zealand Shielded Site – a web-based portal providing communities a safe and secure avenue to reach out for help.
Auckland Council welcomes big fine for companies which made affordable homes less affordable for first home buyers
Auckland Mayor Phil Goff says he is pleased with a recent ruling in the council's favour.
Viola and Piano Duo at Rannoch with Robert Ashworth and Sarah Watkins
26 Oct
Robert Ashworth, principal viola for the APO, joins acclaimed Auckland pianist Sarah Watkins for an intimate chamber recital.
Auckland Transport launches plan for the freight industry
A new plan launches on 21 October to make freight movement smarter, more climate-compatible and more efficient across Auckland.
Alicia Frankovich | AQI2020
21 Oct - 08 Nov
A new commission at the Auckland Art Gallery by New Zealand performance and installation artist Alicia Frankovich.
Auckland Council's farms featured on Country Calendar
With about 400 cattle and 5500 ewes, council farms nearly 1500 hectares of coastal pastures across 19 regional parks, making us one of the biggest urban farmers in the region.
Spark 5G Race Zone
21 Oct - 31 Mar
A free, all-ages showcase of the tech Emirates Team New Zealand use to prepare for the 36th America’s Cup.
Auckland Council appoints Construction Health and Safety NZ chair to lead independent review into Port health and safety
Auckland Council has appointed CHASNZ chair Roger McRae to lead an independent review into health and safety at Ports of Auckland.
Elemental AKL
01 Oct - 20 Nov
A month-long festival celebrating arts, eats and beats across Auckland.
2020 Mayoral Conservation Awards open for environmental champions
Nominations for this year’s Mayoral Conservation Awards are now open, recognising the contribution of groups and Aucklanders to care for and restore our city’s environment.
Signs offer local history lesson at Melville Park
New interpretive signs at Melville Park are revealing the history behind the area.