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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

22 May 2026 - 26 Jun 2026

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

The Leys Institute Little Library’s Film Club screens famous, influential and entertaining master...

01 May 2026 - 03 Jul 2026

Drop-in ceramic studio

Join us on Fridays to work independently in our fully equipped ceramics studio.

13 Feb 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Central City

Wriggle and Rhyme is a programme that promotes active movement and brain development for babies a...

07 Nov 2025 - 26 Jul 2026

Ngā Huhua: Abundance

The exhibition reveals how both the giants and the smallest creatures play vital roles in maintai...

15 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2026

Friday Night Board Games

Join us at Central Library for board games, fun, and friendly competition!

20 Jun 2026

Brush painting workshop

Celebrate Chinese Language Week with a meditative session learning basic ink and wash painting te...

20 Jun 2026

Tāmaki after dark

For over a hundred years, the heart of our city hasn’t just beaten - it’s pulsed to a rhythm. Joi...

20 Jun 2026

Winter botanical printing workshop

We invite you to spend an afternoon inspired by winter’s colours and textures.