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Beaches 5 Dec 2017

Free permits for driving on beaches

Aucklanders are fortunate to have two stunning beaches – Karioitahi and Muriwai – where you’re allowed to drive, provided you have a permit.

Housing 5 Dec 2017

Wynyard Quarter welcomes its first residents

The first residents to call Wynyard Quarter home will begin moving in from today, marking a major milestone in the redevelopment of the waterfront location.

Environment 5 Dec 2017

Residents advised not to swim in Warkworth quarry lake

Residents are advised not to swim in the Warkworth quarry lake because of an algae bloom.

Housing 4 Dec 2017

First home completed at The Airfields, Hobsonville Point

The first of 102 homes has been completed at the Airfields, Hobsonville Point.

Sports / Leisure 4 Dec 2017

Ōtara's sporting stars honoured

A national champion weightlifting club has won the supreme award at the inaugural Ōtara Sports Awards.

Environment 4 Dec 2017

Committee considers Waitākere kauri options

Decision to be made on kauri management.

Cycling 1 Dec 2017

Nelson Street Cycleway Stage 2 is open

Bike riders are already enjoying stage two of the Nelson Street Cycleway, giving them a safe, direct route through the city centre to the viaduct.

Food / Drink 1 Dec 2017

The Kitchen Project launches

Emerging food entrepreneurs in west Auckland can now apply for The Kitchen Project, a local initiative that offers affordable kitchen space for product development as well as a mentoring programme.

Events

01 Feb 2026

World Wetland Day Festival

Explore, play, and discover at Matuku Link – a free, family-friendly day of wildlife, wetlands, c...

02 Feb 2026

Pirates of the Library: The Search for Sunken Treasure!

Ahoy, mateys! Set sail for adventure at Parnell Library in our pirate-themed scavenger hunt.

02 Feb 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Makerspace

Free, fun and educational afterschool program on Mondays for children aged 5+.

10 Nov 2025 - 01 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme - Takapuna Library

Join us for Wriggle and Rhyme, a lively 30-minute session filled with music, movement, and play.

03 Feb 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Onehunga Library Bookchat

Bring along your latest read to share with a friendly community of fellow book lovers.

07 Oct 2025 - 30 Jun 2026

Digital Seniors free tech help for older people - Hobsonville Hub

Our friendly, police-vetted volunteers are available to provide you with free one-on-one help to...

04 Feb 2026 - 25 Feb 2026

Prenatal Yoga in Meadowbank

Join supportive prenatal yoga classes designed to help you feel strong, calm, and connected.

05 Feb 2026

Sunset Sounds

As the sun goes down, the stage lights up in Aotea Square with an all-star line-up of wāhine-led,...