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Community 29 Mar 2019

Community engagement on the rise

For democracy to function, it requires engaged citizens – and politicians who listen to them.

Arts 29 Mar 2019

5 public artworks to check out this summer

Time to spare in the CBD? Take a look at these!

Community 29 Mar 2019

Volunteer Awards show strong community spirit

Community volunteers have been acknowledged with Māngere-Ōtāhuhu Local Board’s Community Volunteer Awards 2019.

Arts 28 Mar 2019

Art and activism with Rosanna Raymond of the Pacific Sisters

OurAuckland spoke to Rosanna Raymond about identity, creativity and the group’s new retrospective.

Beaches 28 Mar 2019

From the ranges to the sea – meet your Harbourmaster

Meet Andrew Hayton, Auckland's Harbourmaster, in our last profile of people working in, on and around water in Auckland.

Playgrounds 27 Mar 2019

Donation adds to Flat Bush playground facilities

A new playground for residents of Flat Bush’s Donegal Glen development has been given a $40,000 head start.

Transport 27 Mar 2019

EV chargers at Devonport Wharf active from Friday

Two free-to-use electric vehicle chargers have been installed as part of a twelve-month trial period starting Friday 29 March.

Have your say 27 Mar 2019

Laying the foundations for new communities in the north

Have your say on the council's plan to support job growth to match the needs of new communities in the north.

Events

29 Jan 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Giant Mud Kitchen

Squish, and explore the joy of messy play outdoors.

29 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026

The Incredible Rooftop Tour

Learn about the building, the people who work here and our place in the Domain from this unique v...

28 Jan 2026 - 18 Mar 2026

Life Drawing 101

Learn how to convey a sense of gesture to give flow and life to the figure and structure to give...

27 Jan 2026 - 17 Mar 2026

Portrait Drawing 101

Learn how to see the head in shapes and planes for doing portrait paintings and drawings.

22 Jan 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

SpinPoi

Learn to twirl and flow with colourful poi in a fun, beginner-friendly session.

21 Jan 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Silent Disco

Dance, move, and enjoy music in a unique headphone-powered party.

17 Jan 2026 - 22 Feb 2026

Wild Streets Festival of Play

Celebrate play, creativity, and movement in your local streets.

17 Jan 2026 - 04 Apr 2026

Toi Tamariki Me Whānau - Free Children's Art Classes

Our Children’s Art Workshops cater for diversity, and provide a joyful and supportive space for y...