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Powering up with sunshine in Claris
Claris Club and Conference Centre are now powered by solar thanks to grant funding from the local board.
Queen Street becomes a magical pathway of festive light
Kids can phone an elf, shine selfie pics on the sun, make a seagull squawk, witness Santa’s workshop and more. Don’t miss 2025’s new promenade of festive fun.
Councillor Mike Lee awarded the John Dunmore Medal
Councillor Mike Lee was recently awarded the John Dunmore Medal for his contributions to the natural history of New Zealand.
Summer of nostalgia for six majestic icons
Take a moment to picture how inventive Auckland was in the early 1900s.
Grey Lynn to Western Springs pathway reopens after major repairs
A popular short cut is back in action in Grey Lynn
Skating and Community at Tawaipareira Reserve
From beginners to seasoned skaters, Tawaipareira Reserve on Waiheke has become more than just a skate park.
Auckland Council 15th anniversary – Hauraki Gulf Islands
To celebrate Auckland Council's 15th anniversary, we’ve put together a selection of key local achievements from the past 15 years.
Community takes to pickleball
When Medlands halfcourt was refreshed to include pickleball markings, the Aotea community jumped at the opportunity to play a new sport.
Events
HomeBound - Amrit Kaur
Amrit Kaur’s HomeBound is an ode to memory, migration, and the delicate threads of belonging.
N0ughty Box
Discover playful surprises and creative fun with the Noughty Box.
Home, reframed
Presented as part of Auckland Arts Festival’s theme of home, this exhibition reimagines Tāmaki Ma...
Life on Rugs
Using bold colours and surreal imagery, the rugs explore Cecilia's Italian upbringing, a lifetime...
Medieval Magical Girl
Drawing from their experience as Japanese/ Pākehā, Jessica Miku blends the sparkle of magical gir...
Talismans
The exhibition explores jewellery as both a sculptural art form, and as a medium to communicate...
Evanescent
Step into Evanescent, a dreamlike, immersive artwork that transforms the city into a glowing play...
ROVA Sound Stage
It's the heartbeat of the Festival - live, loud (in the best way possible).