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The Symphony Centre - a cultural, economic and social catalyst for midtown
Positioned at the heart of midtown’s changing urbanscape will be a magnificent structure nestled between a station and a square - The Symphony Centre development.
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Waiheke board backs marine protection bill
Protection of the Hauraki Gulf has taken a positive step forward in line with the Waiheke Local Board’s commitment to support the Hauraki Gulf / Tīkapa Moana Marine Protection Bill as part of its Local Board Agreement.
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Waiheke emergency volunteers get a hand from the board
Waiheke volunteer groups have received a financial boost from the local board to help prepare the island for future emergencies.
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Waimahara ‘sings’ with you in light and sound - a first for public art
Waimahara is the first of its kind; unique to Tāmaki Makaurau and unique in the world. If you sing a special waiata the artwork listens and responds, accompanying you with an awe-inspiring display of light and sound.
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More Matariki highlights for Aotea
Find out what's different about Matariki at Kawa Marae this year.
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Exciting spaces and improved places
Waitematā Local Board shares what they have achieved for (and with) the community.
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Matariki ki te Manawa delights and enlightens city centre: 20-day DIARY
Biggest city centre celebration of Matariki ever seen.
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An Auckland for everyone with authentic and inviting city centre spaces
Check out the top 10 ways to experience this epic downtown space, now with its own storytelling hub
Events
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Garden Gnome Party
Welcome to the world of garden gnomes, where each one is unique and full of personality!
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Chrome Dome & Schizo
Chrome Dome and Schizo is a fusion of poetry and memory play. A recollection and preservation of...
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Vector Lights for World Choir Games 2024
World Choir Games is coming to Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland for the first time!
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Parnell Library July School Holidays
Come along for fun school holiday activities.
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July School Holidays | Brilliant Seabirds
Join us during the July School Holidays for a day of creativity and discovery at our new exhibiti...
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GLCC July School Holiday Programme - For Kids 5 to 13
Welcome to the Winter holiday programme!!
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Ngā Tamariki o Matariki (The Children of Matariki) - Central City Library
Join us for some school holiday fun at Central City Library.
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The Walters Prize 2024
The Walters Prize is Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most prestigious contemporary art award.