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Waitematā & Gulf Ward

Waitematā & Gulf Ward News

Community 6 Nov 2024

Digging the music at Parnell Festival of Roses

This year the main stage once again has an exciting and diverse lineup including headliner Milly Tabak.

Development 1 Nov 2024

First section of redesigned Victoria Street opens with fresh feel and function

The first section of a redesigned Victoria Street - from Elliott Street to Queen Street - has opened to the public.

Plans / Projects 29 Oct 2024

Board approves Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park plan

Waiheke is about to have a plan in place for the future management of the popular Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park.

Transport 25 Oct 2024

Safer speed limits for the island

Summer is coming and so are safer speeds!

Have your say 22 Oct 2024

Should Waiheke's Esplanade Path be closed to private vehicles?

Waiheke residents are being called to give feedback on a proposal to close a section of the Esplanade Path to vehicles this month.

City Centre Waterfront 21 Oct 2024

Pictures tell the story of our city centre’s transformation

“A city is an ever-changing process, more like a garden.”

Development 21 Oct 2024

Watercare begins preliminary work to futureproof the city centre’s wastewater infrastructure

Three midtown sites are being prepared and shafts are being built, ready for a tunnel boring machine to be lowered into the ground in 2025.

Development 3 Oct 2024

Art Week brings brush strokes of the unexpected from 4 to 13 October

A ten-day diary of must-see happenings in Auckland’s city centre.

Waitematā & Gulf Ward Events

24 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme - Parnell Library

A fun interactive session of songs, stories and bubbles for babies and toddlers.

17 Mar 2025 - 14 Apr 2025

World of prowl outdoor exhibition

Discover these incredible images showcased across outdoor exhibition locations along Ponsonby Roa...

19 Feb 2025 - 02 Aug 2025

Other Worlds: an exhibition by Auckland Council Libraries

Enjoy seeing early editions of your favourite works and be inspired to find your next read.

11 Feb 2025 - 01 Apr 2025

Evening Yoga and Art Immersion

These after-work classes offer a unique opportunity to stretch, balance and unwind in a serene se...

02 Apr 2025

Gagana Leiloa interactive dance performance

This work stems from Villa's fear of losing the Samoan language in his family where only his pare...

02 Apr 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

GOGO: Sapati Mossiah Avei Finai

These sculptures highlight the bird's connection to the ocean and its role as a symbol of safe ho...

02 Apr 2025 - 06 Apr 2025

Talatalaina o le Siapo - Tiliitaua Florence Ulutunu

Talatalaina o le Siapo is an ode to reclamation and healing through the art of siapo-making.

12 Feb 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme - Leys Institute Little Library

It is a great opportunity for little ones to learn, develop and socialise.