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Community 14 May 2019

Play time at Millwater’s new park

A new playground in Millwater is proving a big hit with families.

Plans / Projects 14 May 2019

Howick Local Board endorses plan to quit 303 Te Irirangi Drive

Howick Local Board has endorsed Panuku Development Auckland’s recommendation to quit a small parcel of land at 303 Te Irirangi Drive.

Sports / Leisure 10 May 2019

ASB Tennis Centre upgrade underway

$5.5 million grant from Auckland Council instrumental in upgrade going ahead.

Arts 10 May 2019

Takapuna artwork 'Soapbox' offers a platform for all voices

Soapbox, a new work of public art, is to be unveiled with a lake-side celebration in Takapuna on Saturday 25 May.

Community 9 May 2019

Neighbours Day events a success in Franklin

If this year's Neighbours Day celebrations are anything to go by, folk in Franklin make great neighbours.

Arts 9 May 2019

Fundraising campaign launched to keep guardian at Matiatia

A community fundraising campaign has been launched on Waiheke to buy a sculpture installed as part of this year's Sculpture on the Gulf.

Playgrounds 8 May 2019

Māra Hūpara – ancient innovation in play, learning and exercise

A new space at Oakley Creek brings together ancient Māori play artefacts into a single space to create a traditional Māori playground.

Environment 8 May 2019

How Los Angeles tackled its pollution problem

The city of LA's response to environmental issues shows the solutions to some of our biggest global problems start local.

Events

22 Apr 2026

The King of Pop Show - Michael Jackson Live Concert Experience

Don’t miss your chance to moonwalk into this electrifying night of iconic hits and legendary moves.

29 Apr 2026

Plant a tree like a pro

Come along to this free workshop and learn how to set your garden trees up for success.

29 Apr 2026 - 10 Jun 2026

Intuitive collage on wood

Create a collage portrait on a wooden board; this can be a self-portrait, a portrait of someone y...

01 May 2026

Best Foods Comedy Gala

Expect big laughs, big energy, and the kind of chaos only a packed-out Auckland crowd can deliver.

05 May 2026 - 07 May 2026

Sign Language Week Storytime

A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills.

09 May 2026

NZTrio: Dreamscape

Dreamscape traverses vivid musical worlds where memory and imagination converge.

09 May 2026 - 10 May 2026

Open Art Studios Upper Harbour

A weekend to enjoy art in Auckland’s Upper Harbour.

13 May 2026

Tool sharpening basics for secateurs and spades

Learn-as-you-go workshop on sharpening essential garden tools.