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Environment 17 Oct 2023

By-law helps Waiheke birds take flight

Waiheke’s birdlife will be flying high this summer following the un-leashing of a plan to create a bird friendly beach zone thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

City Centre Waterfront 28 Sep 2023

Targeted rate helps drive positive momentum for high-achieving city centre

New Zealand’s highest performing 4.3 square kilometres is seeing a return to form, with data showing growth in employment and GDP in Auckland’s city centre tracking faster than New Zealand as a whole.

Cultural 20 Sep 2023

Te reo classes connect communities on Aotea

Free Māori language classes on Aotea are being funded by the local board.

Environment 14 Sep 2023

Sipping sustainability: Aotea / Great Barrier pioneers single-use cup revolution

Aotea/ Great Barrier is aiming to be the first place in New Zealand to eliminate single-use takeaway cups.

Community 14 Sep 2023

Plant swap stall helps you dig Parnell Festival of Roses

Green fingered plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to grow their own collections at this year’s Parnell Festival of Roses, thanks to a unique stall.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Sep 2023

Midtown Street Party celebrates an area building character through renewal    

On Thursday 28 September the inaugural Midtown Street Party is coming to Elliott, Albert, Victoria, Wellesley, Darby and Queen Streets, and along the historic Strand Arcade - from 6pm to 9pm.

Development 14 Sep 2023

Work programme supports Waiheke wairua

More than $11 million could be spent on community programmes and projects across the motu in the coming years thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Educational 13 Sep 2023

Immersive cultural and environmental education space on the waterfront opens to the public

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council have partnered to deliver Te Wharekura, a project which celebrates the cultural richness of Te Waitematā, and aims to inspire its protection.

Events

26 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Bookchat at Little Leys

Come along to chat about books you've enjoyed and discover your next favourite read!

27 Mar 2026

Free Film Screening

Enjoy Park Chan-Wook's critically acclaimed 2003 film 'Oldboy,' 2004 Grand Prix Winner at Cannes...

28 Mar 2026

A performance by Kalisolaite 'Uhila

Join artist Kalisolaite 'Uhila for a durational performance which explores the Tongan concept of...

28 Mar 2026

Chinese Brush Painting Workshop

Learn to paint iconic symbols "the Four Gentlemen" plants in Chinese Art. These plants are centra...

28 Mar 2026

Everybody Eats in Te Komititanga

A free, climate-friendly community meal in the heart of the city. Everybody Eats returns to Te Ko...

28 Mar 2026

French Market

This free, family-friendly event will feature French-inspired food, artisan products, live music,...

28 Mar 2026

K-pop Culture Night

Come enjoy a relaxed afternoon at Ellen Melville Centre.

28 Mar 2026

Rhythms and colours of Malaysia

Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions of Malaysia through an interactive cultural experience.