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Cycling 17 Dec 2015

Behind the Scenes at Auckland’s Lightpath

While thousands of Aucklanders continue to enjoy the city’s new iconic Nelson St cycleway, little is known about the hard work behind the scenes to create the dazzling magenta Lightpath.

Community 16 Dec 2015

City centre board endorses staged approach to square upgrade

Upgrades to Freyberg Square and the Ellen Melville Centre in Auckland’s city centre will begin in mid-2016, following strong public support.

Cycling 15 Dec 2015

Thousands cycle Auckland's Lightpath

Thousands of people have used Te Ara I Whiti – the Lightpath during the first fortnight since the Nelson Street off-ramp was transformed into a dazzling magenta cycleway.

Kids / Family 15 Dec 2015

Galapagos tortoises home for Christmas

Auckland Zoo’s Galapagos tortoises Smiley, Willy, Snapper, and Chippie, who have just moved into their redeveloped exhibit, The Galapagos.

Development 14 Dec 2015

City Rail Link to be built under Commercial Bay

The first stage of the City Rail Link project will be built on the site of the Downtown Mall, between lower Queen Street and Albert Street.

Policies / Regulations 14 Dec 2015

Waiheke vineyard owner fined for excessive helicopter flights

The council has welcomed a district court decision to fine a property owner for excessive helicopter flights.

Educational 9 Dec 2015

Zoo Tales: What’s the Māori word for fat and round?

This week on Zoo Tales, we follow kunekune pigs, Alma and Neena, on their daily walk through the zoo.

Cycling 7 Dec 2015

Video: Watch the Magenta Adventure in action

Video: See the first cyclists zoom down Auckland's stunning new cycleway.

Waitematā & Gulf Ward Events

04 Apr 2025

Art of the score: The music of Hans Zimmer

Experience the epic music of modern cinema.

04 Apr 2025

Te Atatu food truck Fridays

Join us for our last Food Truck event of the 2024/2025 summer season as part of the World of Cult...

04 Apr 2025

Te Rā Ringa Raupā: Reviving the art of the woven sail

Join us for an exclusive evening with two master weavers from Te Rā Ringa Raupā, a Northland grou...

04 Apr 2025 - 13 Apr 2025

Tōrua

Tōrua is magic conjured on the streets… An intricate gift for all who choose to engage.

02 Apr 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

GOGO: Sapati Mossiah Avei Finai

These sculptures highlight the bird's connection to the ocean and its role as a symbol of safe ho...

02 Apr 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

Talatalaina o le Siapo - Tiliitaua Florence Ulutunu

Talatalaina o le Siapo is an ode to reclamation and healing through the art of siapo-making.

17 Mar 2025 - 14 Apr 2025

World of prowl outdoor exhibition

Discover these incredible images showcased across outdoor exhibition locations along Ponsonby Roa...

19 Feb 2025 - 02 Aug 2025

Other Worlds: an exhibition by Auckland Council Libraries

Enjoy seeing early editions of your favourite works and be inspired to find your next read.