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Updated 29 September 2021
Plans / Projects 29 Sep 2021

Explainer: Kennedy Point marina consent

The consent process for the construction of a marina at Kennedy Point explained.

Community 20 Sep 2021

Waitematā Local Board seeks nominations for Good Citizens’ Awards

Waitematā Local Board is seeking nominations for its Good Citizens’ Awards. These awards recognise individuals and groups going above and beyond for the benefit of the diverse communities within the local board area.

Heritage 17 Sep 2021

Progress on Leys Institute buildings

Auckland Council has begun the development of a detailed business case for the restoration, modernisation and seismic remediation of the Leys Institute buildings.

Walkways 15 Sep 2021

New wayfinding signs help open up walking routes across Waitematā

Waitematā Local Board has funded wayfinding signage for pedestrians across the local board area. 

Development 6 Sep 2021

Karangahape Road records retail high before bracing for lockdown

Before the current lockdown, figures from Marketview ranked Karangahape Road the highest performing Business Improvement District across the Auckland region for the past three months.

Arts 12 Aug 2021

Rough sleepers heard through poetry

Rough sleepers are finding their voices through poetry with support from Waitematā Local Board.

Exhibition 4 Aug 2021

New community-led gallery now open at Auckland Museum

Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland Museum has opened a new gallery designed to help Auckland communities share their stories.

Pest plants 28 Jul 2021

Myrtle Rust found on Aotea Great Barrier

Island residents asked to report sightings of Myrtle Rust which has now been discovered on Aotea Great Barrier

Events

28 Sep 2024

Ara Lodge 348 I.C. Heritage Walk

Join us for a walking tour through the heart of Auckland city’s heritage precinct.

28 Sep 2024

Fa’E: a Musical Tribute

Join us for an enchanting afternoon of music and storytelling.

28 Sep 2024

Grey Lynn and its Neighbours A New History

Come along for the launch of historian Tania Mace’s comprehensive, richly illustrated new book!

28 Sep 2024

Kirsty Webeck 'I'll Be The Judge Of That'

Join Kirsty Webeck at a theatre near you, this September.

28 Sep 2024

Urban Sketchers Live Art

Capture 100 years of arcade history in a live group sketch with Urban Sketchers Auckland.

28 Sep 2024

Winter's End Pottery Market

Come along and support your local ceramists and potters.

28 Sep 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

Tour of the St James Theatre

Participants will get a look inside the St James Theatre and hear about the challenges facing thi...

28 Sep 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Tuia Mātauranga The Ocean That Binds Us Together

Uncover the rich voyaging traditions and cultures of Moana Oceania / the Pacific Ocean.