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Environment 14 Sep 2023

Sipping sustainability: Aotea / Great Barrier pioneers single-use cup revolution

Aotea/ Great Barrier is aiming to be the first place in New Zealand to eliminate single-use takeaway cups.

Community 14 Sep 2023

Plant swap stall helps you dig Parnell Festival of Roses

Green fingered plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to grow their own collections at this year’s Parnell Festival of Roses, thanks to a unique stall.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Sep 2023

Midtown Street Party celebrates an area building character through renewal    

On Thursday 28 September the inaugural Midtown Street Party is coming to Elliott, Albert, Victoria, Wellesley, Darby and Queen Streets, and along the historic Strand Arcade - from 6pm to 9pm.

Development 14 Sep 2023

Work programme supports Waiheke wairua

More than $11 million could be spent on community programmes and projects across the motu in the coming years thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Community 13 Sep 2023

Big score for Upper Harbour facilities from council grants

More than $5 million has been awarded to two Upper Harbour facilities from Auckland Council’s Sport and Recreation Facilities Investment Fund.

Plans / Projects 13 Sep 2023

Board agreement delivers for Hibiscus and Bays

Improvements to facilities, services and environmental activities in Hibiscus and Bays are set to receive a $29 million injection thanks to the local board.

Educational 13 Sep 2023

Immersive cultural and environmental education space on the waterfront opens to the public

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council have partnered to deliver Te Wharekura, a project which celebrates the cultural richness of Te Waitematā, and aims to inspire its protection.

Community 13 Sep 2023

10 years of all the right ingredients for East Auckland families

Bellyful East Auckland celebrates 10 years of nourishing and connecting communities by cooking and delivering free meals to whānau, with babies or young children, who need support.

Events

09 Feb 2026 - 22 Jun 2026

Let's Talk: Kids' Book Club

Come along and see where your next book can take you!

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

24 Feb 2026

Auckland Central Genealogy

Make friends who have a common interest and share your enthusiasm for your latest discovery.

24 Feb 2026

Low carb food plan

Discover the Low Carb approach that actually works with a qualified nutritionist and weight loss...

24 Feb 2026 - 22 Dec 2026

Playdate for the Senses

Bring in your tamariki to Botany Library for a fun, hands-on play session designed to engage all...

03 Feb 2026 - 24 Feb 2026

Soft Sensory Reset

Step into dim lighting, soft background sounds, and calming corners created to soothe the senses.

27 Jan 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Shared Reading Group

Join us as we explore a short story and a poem together, pausing for discussion over a cup of tea.

25 Feb 2026

Author Talk with Gina Cole

Join us in a special author talk with Gina Cole, winner of the 2017 Ockham New Zealand Book Awards.