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Conservation 19 Aug 2022

Results of Aotea’s first kororā survey reveals a thriving penguin population

A total of 105 penguin burrows were found during a survey of kororā / little penguin in June.

Heritage 19 Aug 2022

Auckland’s first ever women’s public toilets are open again

The heritage toilets at Symonds Street are open to the public again after having new life breathed into them thanks to a $910,000 upgrade.

Planting 15 Aug 2022

New trees for Oneroa

New trees have provided a welcome addition to the Oneroa landscape.

Environment 15 Aug 2022

Supporting the community for better environmental outcomes

New additions to the Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board’s work programme help protect the environment.

Community 15 Aug 2022

Inspiring initiatives taking place in your community

Celebrating community groups and organisations doing amazing things in central Auckland.

Cleaning up our environment 9 Aug 2022

Waterways Protection Fund extended

Aotea / Great Barrier, Papakura, Franklin and Rodney, are all now part of the Regional Waterways Protection Fund.

Zero Waste 21 Jul 2022

Free workshops to upcycle, mend and create

Participate in a series of exciting free workshops promoting a culture of repair.

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.