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10 parks to explore in Auckland's city centre
Did you know that there are ten parks or green spaces within one km of the Auckland Town Hall?

Candidates confirmed for Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board by-election
Nominations for Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board by-election have now closed. Four eligible candidates have put their hands up to fill the vacant seat on the Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board.

Surf school scores new boards
Young surfers who partake in Aotea Boardriders Club’s lessons have ended the year on a high, with brand new surfboards to learn on thanks to a local board grant.

‘Fab It Up’ spreads joy among street whānau
A day of pampering for our street whānau lifted their spirits.

Staying safe in Waitaramoa / Hobson Bay this summer
With the summer season upon us everyone’s looking to get out and enjoy the water. Waitaramoa / Hobson Bay is a great place to do that

Fire and Emergency New Zealand declares a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf islands
A total ban on all outdoor fires is in place and previous permits are suspended.

Waiheke initiatives get helping hand from board
Take a look at just a few key examples from around Waiheke that will be getting a financial boost thanks to Waiheke Local Board’s latest local and multiboard grants round.

A hearty new addition to the island
Two lifesaving devices are arriving on Aotea / Great Barrier thanks to the Community Heart Care Project.
Events


Storytime at the Maritime
Refresh yourself at Koel, our museum café, before or after storytime.

Auckland Live Summer in the Square
Gather your friends and whānau for a scorching good time because this February, Aotea Square is the place to be!

Guided Museum Tours
Make the most of your visit to the Maritime Museum with a complimentary guided tour. Our experienced guides have a rich wealth of knowledge across all aspects of maritime histor...

Digital: Digital Devices
Learn how to make the best use of your phone and other devices.

Vector Lights for Auckland Lantern Festival
Watch and listen as the lights form lanterns that float into the night sky. The show will play from 9pm until midnight, every 15 minutes.

Te Tīmatanga
This Rangatahi-led public art & digital festival, celebrates the legacy, resilience, talents, and nuanced lived experiences of Aotearoa’s Kāhui Takatāpui.

SEEN AND HEARD- WOMEN LOVING WOMEN AND OUR T-SHIRTS
The exhibit will feature t-shirts from Ngahuia te Awekotuku’s collection, complemented by items from the hosts, The Charlotte Museum Collection.