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Parks / Outdoors 25 May 2016

Hidden oasis in Symonds Street

Symonds Street Cemetery, a public park since 1908, is a tree-lined oasis in the heart of the city.

Community 23 May 2016

Community hub coming to Albany

Upper Harbour residents will benefit from a community facility to be built in Albany later this year.

Heritage 23 May 2016

Historic Waikumete ashes need sensitivity and respect

Nearly 1800 sets of ashes dating back to the 1920s buried in vaults at Waikumete Cemetery must be treated with sensitivity and respect.

Community 20 May 2016

Full steam ahead for the Half Moon Bay ferry pier

Construction has begun on the new Half Moon Bay ferry pier, which when complete will provide a new, modern and safer ferry experience for its users.

Business / Economy 19 May 2016

Awards shine light on local businesses

After months of nominations, public voting and mystery shoppers, Albert-Eden’s top businesses have been recognised at a special awards evening.

Arts 18 May 2016

Watch: Heroic effort to save 50s mosaic underway

Work is underway to preserve a large mosaic that many Aucklanders will remember from the foyer of the former Odeon Theatre on Queen Street.

Free 18 May 2016

Trees to return to Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill summit

A dawn planting ceremony next month will mark the first phase of returning a tree to the tihi (summit) of Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill.

Environment 17 May 2016

Vibrant orchids on display at the Wintergarden

Vibrant orchids are on display in the Auckland Domain Wintergardens through autumn and winter.

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03 May 2023 - 21 Jun 2023

Painting for Beginners

Learn the basics of painting: sketch, shape, tone, composition, measuring proportions, colour mixing, and more.

03 May 2023 - 21 Jun 2023

Watercolour Painting for Beginners

You will be introduced to watercolour and the main techniques of this lovely water-based medium.

03 May 2023 - 28 Jun 2023

Intermediate Art at Nathan Homestead

Gain experience and skills working with a range of media, including drawing, painting, printing, collage, and more.

03 May 2023 - 20 Dec 2023

Shared Reading with Jenny

We look forward to welcoming adults from all backgrounds and experiences to join this exciting free programme.

03 May 2023 - 20 Dec 2023

Te wā tākaro (Playtime)

Come and join our new programme for your children ages 1-3.

26 Apr 2023 - 07 Jun 2023

Life Drawing 101

We will learn how to convey a sense of gesture to give flow and life to the figure and structure to give a sense of 3D form.

24 Apr 2023 - 28 Jun 2023

Junior Art at Nathan Homestead

Explore the wonders of art and enjoy crafting and creating with paint, print, sculpture, collage and more.

24 Apr 2023 - 30 Jun 2023

Community Classes and Activities - Term 2 at Parnell Community Centre

Enrol yourself to join the community classes and social activities.