Hero image

Local

News

Climate action 11 Oct 2021

Waiheke residents asked to have their say on a draft climate action plan for the island

Have your say on draft climate action plan for Waiheke.

Community 30 Sep 2021

Older Chinese adults supported to thrive in Waitematā communities

Waitematā Local Board has given $4500 in grant funding to a community-led organisation that provides a range of support for older Chinese adults.

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 17 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.

Events

06 Feb 2026 - 07 Feb 2026

Somethin’ Else

Get ready for another unforgettable weekend of jazz, beats and laid-back energy - celebrating Auc...

07 Nov 2025 - 26 Jul 2026

Ngā Huhua: Abundance

The exhibition reveals how both the giants and the smallest creatures play vital roles in maintai...

07 Feb 2026 - 22 Feb 2026

Sail Aboard SS Puke

Get fired up with us and experience the oldest operating steam-powered tug in Aotearoa. Climb abo...

07 Feb 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

Chinese Shared Reading

Join us for shared reading and meaningful conversations in Chinese.

17 Jan 2026 - 07 Mar 2026

Casual Drop-in Art Group

The Casual Drop-In Art Group invites school leavers to immerse themselves in a relaxed and friend...

13 Nov 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Vector Lights Sparkle Hour

Get together with friends and whānau to watch Vector Lights from your favourite viewing spots aro...

08 Feb 2026

HIV & The Law: Report Launch & Community Awareness Event

Join Positive Women Inc., Burnett Foundation Aotearoa, Body Positive & Toitū te Ao for a special...

08 Feb 2026

Rumble in the Square

Twenty Warriors. Only One Survives. Get ready for the ultimate wrestling showdown with Impact Pro...