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Beaches 29 Oct 2015

Government urged to protect our marine environment

On October 29 Auckland Council approved its submission to the government on the areas proposed to be offered for petroleum exploration permit applications in 2016.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Running for Auckland Council?

Want to be more directly involved in decisions that will help make Auckland a great place to live? Consider running as a candidate in the next council elections.

Community 27 Oct 2015

Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Great Barrier Island

Picturesque Great Barrier Island is the perfect weekend escape from Auckland city.

Food / Drink 27 Oct 2015

Cat cafes come to Auckland

Auckland’s vibrant cafe scene is set for a quirky new addition.

26 Oct 2015

Five years of achievement for Waitematā Local Board

The fifth anniversary of the amalgamated Auckland Council also means five years of Waitematā Local Board

Plans / Projects 21 Oct 2015

New homes on the way for Wynyard Quarter

On Thursday 15 October, Prime Minister John Key and Mayor Len Brown dug the sods for the first homes as part of the ongoing revitalisation of Wynyard Quarter on Auckland’s waterfront.

21 Oct 2015

Study informs decisions on port’s future  

The Port Future Study is due to be completed by the end of June 2016.

Transport 21 Oct 2015

Safer walking in the city centre

Pedestrian safety and access in the city centre has taken another step forward with the removal of three 'free left turns’ at intersections as part of the upgrade of Beach Road.

Events

11 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Matariki Kōrero

A thought-provoking kōrero led by Etienne Neho and grounded in the kaupapa of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei.

11 Jul 2026 - 19 Jul 2026

Under the Matariki Stars

Experience projections of whetū in the night sky at Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero.

10 Mar 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Shared Reading at Little Leys

Join our librarians for a relaxed shared reading session.

15 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Eddie Izzard performs Shakespeare’s Hamlet

Akin to the original performances of HAMLET, Eddie will perform on the blank canvas of a bare sta...

16 Jul 2026

Mendelssohn's Violin

More cheer in Beethoven’s lithe Second Symphony, with its generous slow movement and breathless f...

17 Jul 2026

Dining with the stars

Join the community of Oranga for an evening of shared kai, entertainment and stories.

18 Jul 2026

Celestial Matariki Market

Come along with whānau, support local makers and be in to win treats throughout the day.

18 Jul 2026

Poi Making

Immerse yourself in the artistry and cultural significance of poi as you learn to create your own...