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Community news 20 Feb 2026

TAPAC: a place of learning, inspiration and connection

Three women involved with TAPAC share how the organisation fosters creativity, confidence and community.

Community news 12 Feb 2026

From markets to manu – what’s on in Aotea this summer

Here are our top summer picks of things to do on Aotea / Great Barrier.

Community news 12 Feb 2026

Get out and about across Waitematā this summer

Summer is here! If you’re looking something to do with your kids, grandchildren or neighbours, look no further.

Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

Zero Waste 15 Dec 2025

One year on: Anamata’s journey of recovery and renewal

One year after a major fire tore through the Anamata Shop and main shed at the Aotea Community Recycling Centre (CRC) on Aotea / Great Barrier Island, the team reflect on what has happened since.

Community 10 Dec 2025

Powering up with sunshine in Claris

Claris Club and Conference Centre are now powered by solar thanks to grant funding from the local board.

City Centre Waterfront 10 Dec 2025

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. 

Community 3 Dec 2025

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.

Events

20 Jun 2026 - 21 Jun 2026

OpenMind Art Exhibition

Every artwork on display was generated from a real person's emotional journal entry.

02 May 2026 - 25 Jul 2026

Team Up 2 Clean Up

Help clean up your community as part of Earth Action Trust's anti-litter campaign.

02 May 2026 - 23 Aug 2026

Forever Tomorrow: Chinese Art Now

The exhibition features a powerful selection of works from international heavyweights.

18 Apr 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Repair Café – Central City Library

Volunteer repairers are available to help fix clothing, electric household items and electronics.

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Storytime - City Centre

Come along to our popular Storytimes where librarians, and sometimes, authors or other special gu...

07 Feb 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Chinese Shared Reading

Join us for shared reading and meaningful conversations in Chinese.

21 Jun 2026

Auckland Youth Orchestra Concert

Auckland Youth Orchestra, conducted by Antun Poljanich, presents an exhilarating concert programme.

21 Jun 2026

Conservation Open Day

Explore nature up close with hand lenses, get crafty and participate in some fun, nature-based ga...