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Whanau friendly 27 May 2016

Have you tried the piano stairs?

Aotea Square has been filled with music recently as piano stairs were installed on the steps of the Aotea Centre.

Arts 18 May 2016

Watch: Heroic effort to save 50s mosaic underway

Work is underway to preserve a large mosaic that many Aucklanders will remember from the foyer of the former Odeon Theatre on Queen Street.

Plans / Projects 13 May 2016

Committee lobbies for greater power on begging

An update on begging in the central city has been presented to council’s Regulatory and Bylaws Committee, along with possible actions to help reduce nuisance begging.

Plans / Projects 9 May 2016

Update on nuisance begging in the central city

An update on begging in the city is being presented to tomorrow’s Regulatory and Bylaws Committee.

Environment 7 May 2016

Keeping kiwi safe on our pest-free Gulf islands

Auckland’s Motutapu Island has welcomed some new arrivals recently, as five kiwi have been introduced to the pest-free island.

Development 2 May 2016

Franklin Road set for makeover

Auckland Transport has released preliminary designs for the upgrade of Franklin Road.

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Plenty of life at Symonds Street Cemetery

In May, Waitematā Local Board will celebrate the opening of upgraded paths and new walking trails at the Symonds Street cemetery.

Events

26 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Bookchat at Little Leys

Come along to chat about books you've enjoyed and discover your next favourite read!

26 Jun 2026

Encore! Curator Tour

Join our curators for a guided tour through our latest exhibition, Encore!

26 Jun 2026 - 23 Jul 2026

He Taonga Ānō te Hau

Each fine art digital print is composed from taonga of personal significance, printed on archival...

27 Jun 2026

Gil Shaham Plays Beethoven

Beethoven’s towering concerto stands in Olympian solitude.

27 Jun 2026

Ko Au, Ko Koe

A powerful live show celebrating women, identity and the courage to take up space.

27 Jun 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Caluzzi Cabaret's 30th Birthday

Karangahape Road’s brightest stars are hitting the stage in a once-in-a-generation celebration.

27 Jun 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Tūhono

These installations will reflect the unique identity, creativity and presence of Ngāti Whātua Ōrā...

27 Jun 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Freemans Bay Markets

Come along to browse handmade and preloved items.