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Transport 14 Jul 2017

Work starts on final stages of central city cycle loop

Phase two of the Nelson Street Cycleway has started, with phase three to follow.

Environment 13 Jul 2017

Long grass on motorway verges helping keep dotterels safe

The NZ Transport Agency is deliberately letting the grass grow long on some verges along the Northern Motorway to help protect endangered dotterels in the area.

Community 12 Jul 2017

Charge your phone for free in the city

As part of its Low Carbon Action Plan, Waitematā Local Board has placed two solar-powered device-charging tables in high-pedestrian areas of the inner city.

Beaches 12 Jul 2017

Enjoy your Albany

Did you know that Albany and its surrounding area is full of great things to do? From parks and playgrounds, to pools, leisure centres and libraries, all run or looked after by Auckland Council.

Sports / Leisure 12 Jul 2017

New lights to brighten experience at Mt Smart Stadium

One of the most sophisticated lighting systems on the planet is about to be unveiled at Mt Smart Stadium, giving sports fans a chance to see all the action more vividly.

Plans / Projects 12 Jul 2017

The City Rail Link in numbers

The CRL is one of the biggest transport projects ever undertaken in Auckland. What does that look like in numbers? Read on to find out.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 11 Jul 2017

Stay safe around slips

The recent spate of soggy weather has led to several landslips across Auckland, from minor slips to large sections of cliff face that have given way.

Transport 11 Jul 2017

What are those big red silos near Britomart?

People passing by the former Chief Post Office building in Lower Queen Street will have noticed some shiny new additions to the construction area.

Events

04 May 2024 - 05 May 2024

Hibiscus Coast Edible Garden Trail

The HBC Edible Garden Trail enables all members of our community to access a variety of local gar...

04 May 2024 - 18 May 2024

NZ Music Month - Instrumental Excerpts

Come along to celebrate NZ Music Month 2024 and support your local musicians!

04 May 2024 - 23 May 2024

Dastkari

Join us in celebrating the beauty and versatility of Indian folk art.

04 May 2024 - 25 May 2024

Aurélia

A community theatre production of Aurélia by special arrangement with Samuel French Ltd and the...

04 May 2024 - 26 May 2024

Make Days at the Maritime Museum

This month, make your very own flying seabird puppet inspired by our newest exhibition, Sentinel.

04 May 2024 - 28 May 2024

Composting Workshop - May

Come and discover how easy it is to turn your waste into fertiliser!

04 May 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Kids’ Pokemon Trading Card Club

Come along and meet up with other Pokémon trading card fans.

27 Apr 2024 - 04 May 2024

Cosmic Canvas

Join Chris the Astronomer as we explore the wonders of space.