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Plans / Projects 5 Oct 2022

Have your say on Leys Institute restoration and modernisation designs

It is time to have your say on the future design for the restoration of the much-loved Leys Institute at 20 St Marys Road, with consultation on two design options open until 1 December.

30 Sep 2022

Waiheke Local Board farewell member Bob Upchurch

Retiring member Bob Upchurch said his farewells to Waiheke Local Board after deciding not to stand for re-election.

Housing 27 Sep 2022

Watertight, warm, and more functional homes for mana whenua

Habitat for Humanity’s Home Repair Programme is overseeing essential repairs to 11 houses.

Development 20 Sep 2022

Timings firm up for Wellesley / Victoria Street ‘system’

With construction start-dates drawing closer, Auckland Council and Auckland Transport throw new light on the Wellesley / Victoria Street system, a pivotal part of the city centre’s midtown regeneration programme.

Midtown 16 Sep 2022

‘It will feel like a new city’ - how midtown will transform the city centre

Aucklanders, prepare yourselves: When the regeneration of midtown in the city centre is complete, there’s a good chance you’ll hardly recognise this part of Tāmaki Makaurau.

Food / Drink 15 Sep 2022

Strengthening community kai resilience on Aotea

An increase in the amount of food grown locally on Aotea / Great Barrier is happening slowly but surely.

Heritage 15 Sep 2022

Preserving heritage for the future

A programme of work to strengthen the Studio One Toi Tū buildings is set to get underway in October.

Events

06 Oct 2024

Volcano Fest: Explore Auckland's Fiery Past and Future

Join the DEVORA (DEtermining VOlcanic Risk in Auckland) team for some fun and interactive volcano...

06 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

History Lecture: Emergence of Peter the Great. Russia in the 17th Century.

In this captivating lecture, we'll explore the turbulent landscape of 17th century Russia and wit...

07 Oct 2024

Romesh Ranganathan – Hustle

Join Romesh as he examines all of these issues and more while providing no real answers.

07 Oct 2024 - 11 Oct 2024

Wilbur: The Big, Not-So-Bad, Wolf

TAPAC returns with their much loved children's theatre season, this time with Wilbur: The Big, No...

28 Sep 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Discover Symonds Street Cemetery

David Verran explores their stories and those of the many communities represented here.

08 Oct 2024

Parnell Heritage Walks - Ewelme Cottage

Take a stroll to the grounds of Ewelme Cottage and admire this fine example of an early Victorian...

12 Mar 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

Shared Reading | Leys Institute Little Library

Meet local people, make new friends, and try something new!

09 Oct 2024

Auckland Peace Heritage Walk

Join us for a special walk exploring stories of conflict and protests for peace.