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Conservation 19 Aug 2022

Results of Aotea’s first kororā survey reveals a thriving penguin population

A total of 105 penguin burrows were found during a survey of kororā / little penguin in June.

Heritage 19 Aug 2022

Auckland’s first ever women’s public toilets are open again

The heritage toilets at Symonds Street are open to the public again after having new life breathed into them thanks to a $910,000 upgrade.

Planting 15 Aug 2022

New trees for Oneroa

New trees have provided a welcome addition to the Oneroa landscape.

Environment 15 Aug 2022

Supporting the community for better environmental outcomes

New additions to the Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board’s work programme help protect the environment.

Community 15 Aug 2022

Inspiring initiatives taking place in your community

Celebrating community groups and organisations doing amazing things in central Auckland.

Environment news 9 Aug 2022

Waterways Protection Fund extended

Aotea / Great Barrier, Papakura, Franklin and Rodney, are all now part of the Regional Waterways Protection Fund.

Kids / Family 20 Jul 2022

Enrolments open for Aotea Early Learning Centre

The doors are soon to open on Aotea’s first ever day care facility.

Environment 20 Jul 2022

An exciting step towards Waiheke’s carbon zero goal

A survey of marine carbon sequestered (captured and stored) in the Waiheke marine environment will be carried out over the next few months.

Events

28 Mar 2026

Tātai Hono: Te Tīriti ki Tāmaki

Come and learn directly from Māori research specialists who will guide you through whakapapa rese...

28 Mar 2026

Teds on Ted

Pack a picnic, and gather the whanāu for a delightful adventure with your teddy on the beautiful...

28 Mar 2026

Urban Gardening for Autumn & Winter

Join experienced urban gardener Paul Crowhurst for a hands-on workshop exploring how to go fresh,...

28 Mar 2026

Vector Lights for Earth Hour

Gather with friends and whānau to watch Vector Lights switch off from your favourite viewing spot...

28 Feb 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

The Leys Institute Little Library’s film club screens famous, influential, and entertaining maste...

13 Dec 2025 - 23 May 2026

Breeze Sailing

A journey on Breeze is an exciting, energetic on-water experience and passengers are encouraged t...

29 Mar 2026

Aunty's House presents Sketch&Sip

Get ready to unwind, connect and create with Aunty’s House and Masala Bazaar at Studio One Toi Tū...

29 Mar 2026

AYO - Symphonic Tales

Dvořák: Othello Overture, Op. 93Tchaikovsky: Variations on a Rococo Theme (cello soloist: Ho...