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A short walk away from the harbour, you'll discover 10 leafy green spaces
We are nurturing more natural spaces for you to enjoy - check out our city centre parks
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Share your voice on the future of Waiheke transport
Waiheke residents are being called to share their voice on the future of Auckland’s transport.
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VIDEO: opera soared from the historic Strand Arcade bridges
If you missed Opera in the Strand here's a taste.
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Seal of approval for Motairehe Road
What was once a bumpy ride has been smoothed by a seal extension on Motairehe Road
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From counselling to student radio – a variety of grants awarded
More than 40 successful grant applicants are progressing initiatives to benefit the community through Waitematā Local Board's grant programme
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Funding goes to a range of projects on the motu
Thirteen successful grant applicants have been allocated funding at Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board's April business meeting.
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Midtown erupts into song this May for New Zealand Music Month
New Zealand Music Month is spilling into the streets, squares and laneways of Tāmaki Makaurau this autumn.
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Board grants help at local level
Over $30,000 was allocated to community groups in the Waiheke Local Board’s April grants round.
Events
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Taurima
Taurima, the gorgeous crochet-like neon artworks floating above Elliott Street, return for the ci...
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Tūrama
Tūrama, the hugely popular series of large-scale illuminated art installations returns to light u...
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People called Quakers: Celebrating 400 years since the birth of George Fox
This year marks 400 years since the birth of George Fox. View a rare 1694 edition of George Fox’s...
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Grey Lynn Playgroup
The Grey Lynn Playgroup is a great way for your child to learn and to socialise through play.
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Sentinel
Step into an immersive exhibition where art intersects with science.
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Ellen Melville Centre Baby Coffee Group
A place to connect, create new friendships, and share & learn from each other’s experiences on yo...
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Tour of Duty
This exhibition relates to ANZAC commemorations, although Trish's, while referencing war medals,...
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A Different Light: First Photographs of Aotearoa
Explore the wonder of this new technology that changed the way we see ourselves forever.