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Environment 2 Mar 2021

Feral pigs close to eradication on Waiheke

A feral pig control programme on Waiheke has successfully reached a point where eradication is possible thanks to support from Ngāti Pāoa and other landowners and the Natural Environment Targeted Rate.

1 Mar 2021

Global recognition for Dominion Road nightlife

The Dominion Road precinct the first destination in the Southern hemisphere to achieve Purple Flag status.

Plans / Projects 26 Feb 2021

The transformation of downtown to continue with development opportunity

The revitalisation of the city centre’s downtown precinct is set to continue with Panuku Development Auckland and Auckland Transport working together to find a development partner for the Downtown Car Park.

Environment 26 Feb 2021

From crumbs to compost in Albert-Eden

Two local groups are showing how to turn organic waste and leftover food crumbs into useful compost.

Development 25 Feb 2021

Federal Street transformation continues with Stage 2 upgrade

A new shared space is coming to the city centre with work commencing in March to transform Federal Street between Mayoral Drive and Wellesley Street into a safer space for pedestrians.

25 Feb 2021

Albert-Eden Local Board by-election nominations now open

Auckland Council will be conducting a by-election for Albert-Eden Local Board (Maungawhau subdivision) with nominations open until 12pm, Thursday 25 March.

25 Feb 2021

Support shown for continuance of Waiheke Governance Pilot

A report evaluating a governance pilot running on Waiheke over the last three years has been released this week by Auckland Council’s Research and Evaluation Unit.

Youth / Rangatahi 24 Feb 2021

Weymouth boat ramp open for use

Manurewa Local Board has completed its upgrade of the Weymouth boat ramp, guaranteeing continued access to the waters of the Pahurehure Inlet and Manukau Harbour.

Events

16 Aug 2026

LIVE Day: Trams

A fun interactive day full of exploration and learning - perfect for the whole whānau and groups...

16 Aug 2026

Love your Leftovers workshop: Zesty citrus session

Get tips and tricks for what to do with leftover citrus, including zesty sprinkle and orange peel...

16 Aug 2026

NZTrio: Space Jump

Experience the dynamic energy of Fazıl Say’s Space Jump, vividly portraying a thrilling ascent an...

16 Aug 2026

Restoring Awa Rua Ika/Vaughan's Stream

Join Restore Hibiscus & Bays (RHB), Long Bay Residents Association, and Mountains to Sea Cons...

16 Aug 2026

Waiheke Children's Book Festival

Join us as we celebrate National Children's Book Week with a whānau friendly day of workshops, ac...

16 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

Author talk: Susanne Burton-Thompson

Hear from award-winning photojournalist Susanna Burton-Thomson's rich life of unexpected opportun...

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

The Village Market - Helensville

A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music plus delicious fo...

20 Apr 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

Hindi Book Club

Come together to read, share and discuss Hindi books of your choice, ranging from light fiction,...