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Environment 16 Jun 2022

Aotea Transfer Station opens in July

Aotea / Great Barrier Island is taking another positive step towards achieving the Zero Waste 2040 target.

Council news 16 Jun 2022

Wild weather wreaks havoc in the treetops

Arborists and contractors kept busy with storm damage, and Pukekawa loses a grand old specimen on Domain Drive.

Environment 7 Jun 2022

Toutouwai / North Island robins make a home of Hirakimata

There have been consistent sightings of toutouwai since 2007 on Hirakimata, the highest point on Aotea.

Climate action 26 May 2022

Songwriters 4 Climate Action album release during Music Month

Waitematā Local Board helped fund the recording of the album which took place at Roundhead Studios.

Transport 20 May 2022

Charge into Claris on your e-bike

Claris has a brand new Locky Dock station for charging e-bikes, located outside the Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board office.

Walkways 20 May 2022

New loop track for Western Springs Forest, Te Wai Ōrea Park

Waitematā Local Board has decided to create a loop track for the public to enjoy, connecting the existing track at Western Springs Forest, Te Wai Ōrea Park.

Events

06 Dec 2024

V7 Unplugged: A Christmas Special

Perfect for jazz lovers and holiday revellers alike—this is one not to miss!

07 Dec 2024

Christmas Makers' Market

Browse a selection of New Zealand hand-made goods.

07 Dec 2024

Collage your xmas cards

Use old books and magazines to craft groovy collages on cardboard.

07 Dec 2024

Hilarious Comedy Hypnosis Show

As seen on Seven Sharp & going viral on TikTok, you're in for a treat with Comedy Hypnotist, Haim...

07 Dec 2024

The Elves are AWOL

The Elves are AWOL is a cute 20-minute family-friendly Christmas circus spectacular.

07 Dec 2024 - 08 Dec 2024

Karanga Plaza Christmas Market

Get ready to celebrate the magic of Christmas at our Karanga Plaza Christmas Market, on the shimm...

07 Dec 2024 - 23 Mar 2025

Olafur Eliasson: Your curious journey

This exhibition creates immersive and multi-sensory experiences.

07 Sep 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Women's Wellbeing Chinese Talk Series

We cordially invite you to our once-a-month Women’s Wellbeing Talk series.