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Environment 28 Jun 2021

Local board shows commitment to environment on Aotea Great Barrier Island

Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board allocates over $200,000 to local environment projects.

Environment 28 Jun 2021

Five reasons why you should buy plants locally on Aotea Great Barrier Island

Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board is encouraging both residents and visitors to buy plants locally on the island.

City Centre Waterfront 25 Jun 2021

World-class waterfront opens for Aucklanders on 2 July

On Friday 2 July the much-awaited Te Wānanga public space on the edge of a people-prioritised Quay Street will open for Aucklanders to experience, and on 5 July the six new ferry berths, named Te Ngau O Horotiu, located in the Ferry Basin will rec...

City Centre Waterfront 24 Jun 2021

Seeded mussel lines filter seawater from beneath Te Wānanga

Divers have attached 38 seeded mussel lines to the underside of Te Wānanga, the new public space which reaches out over the water in Quay Street.

Transport 23 Jun 2021

Celebrating the revamped Karangahape Road

The upgrades to Karangahape Road make the iconic street more pedestrian and cycle-friendly, attractive and environmentally sustainable with widened footpaths, two rainbow crossings, native planting, safe separated cycleways, bike parking, and impr...

City Centre Waterfront 23 Jun 2021

40 year-old pōhutukawa return to Quay Street in overnight crane-lift

While the city was sleeping, Auckland’s urban ngahere/forest welcomed home the first two of seven mature pōhutukawa to Quay Street in a nine-hour crane operation.

Development 14 Jun 2021

Auckland Transport delivers first stage of vibrant vision for Karangahape Road

Karangahape Road’s heritage-rich neighbourhood has become supercharged with renewal in recent times, as the area moves closer to its future as a vibrant city neighbourhood and one of Auckland’s busiest transit hubs.

Development 14 Jun 2021

Make a date with newly-enhanced Karangahape Road

Auckland Transport and Auckland Council have opened the Karangahape Road enhancements for Aucklanders. And on Saturday 26 June, the Karangahape Business Association will ensure the legendary street bursts into new life with a fitting and colourful...

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...