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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

03 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2024

A Niu Dawn

A group show of New Zealand-born Samoan and Tongan artists responding to the events of the Dawn R...

03 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2024

Arca Arcade "Round One"

This exhibition reimagines the golden era of gaming as modern art.

08 Sep 2022 - 12 Jun 2025

Wriggle, Rhyme and Storytime at Waiheke Library

Spend your morning at the library with fun things to do for you and your kids.

04 Oct 2024

STILL HERE Central Auckland’s Pasifika Presence

See a selection from STILL HERE, the documentary series that’s a love letter to inner-city Auckla...

04 Oct 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Vector Lights for World Meningitis Day 2024

Vector Lights is shining a light for World Meningitis Day (5 October) as a symbol of remembrance...

04 Oct 2024 - 12 Oct 2024

Heritage Tour A Place of Learning

Come along for a tour featuring various heritage building highlights.

04 Oct 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Artweek

Art Week takes place from October 4-13, with over 60 pop-up exhibitions, galleries, laneway insta...

30 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Grey Lynn Library October School Holidays

Join us for these exciting school holiday events.