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Environment 9 Feb 2021

Climate hui on Waiheke will help shape local action plan

A project is in the works that will provide a road map for Waiheke to become a low carbon community.

Transport 4 Feb 2021

Auckland Dockline Tram returns to Auckland waterfront

The iconic Auckland Dockline Tram will be back on track performing its well versed 1.5km loop of Wynyard Quarter from this Sunday 7 February, 2021.

Community 4 Feb 2021

Waiheke Local Board gives support for rāhui to protect the island’s kaimoana

Waiheke Local Board has passed a notice of motion supporting the rāhui placed by Ngāti Pāoa over the waters surrounding Waiheke.

Transport 3 Feb 2021

Rainbow crossing comes to Auckland

Auckland’s first ‘Rainbow Crossing’ is coming to Karangahape Road and is planned to be installed in front of St Kevin’s Arcade in time to mark the end of Auckland Pride Month.

Waste 29 Jan 2021

Waiheke, it’s time to book your inorganic collection

Bookings are now open on Waiheke Island for Auckland Council’s inorganic service. Collections will take place from November 2019 to May 2020.

Kids / Family 22 Jan 2021

Busker festival brings jaw-dropping acts to our newest city spaces

An unmissable line-up of eight local street performers who have entertained across the globe, from Edinburgh to the Middle East, will hit our newest spaces along the waterfront and Viaduct Basin over Anniversary Weekend.

Sports / Leisure 14 Jan 2021

What you need to know to get in on the PRADA Cup action this weekend 

The PRADA Cup Challenger Selection Series starts 15 January, a five-week-long racing spectacle to determine who will take on Emirates Team New Zealand in the 36th America’s Cup Match in March.

Arts 21 Dec 2020

Artist in Residence re-imagines Aotea Great Barrier Island

Depicting places and people in new and innovative ways are at the heart of what 2020’s Artist in Residence Chris McDowall seeks to accomplish.

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.