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Community 10 Nov 2020

Aotea community groups supported by local board grants

A total of $134,897.92 has been allocated to community groups under Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board’s grants programme.

Community 10 Nov 2020

Fairy Clare to perform at Parnell Festival of Roses

Head along to Waitematā Local Board's annual Parnell Festival of Roses this weekend for free family fun.

4 Nov 2020

Plans for native bush at Western Springs to proceed following decision on pine stand

A decision made by Waitematā Local Board will see a pine stand removed from Western Springs and the area replanted with native trees.

30 Oct 2020

Kauri dieback survey set for Aotea

Ongoing monitoring of the health of kauri on Aotea Great Barrier Island goes to ground next week with field surveys due to get underway.

Cycling 15 Oct 2020

East Street cycle link and safety improvements proposed

Have your say until 23 October on a proposed cycleway link and safety improvements around Karangahape Road CRL station.

Walkways 6 Oct 2020

Waiheke’s Te Matuku Awaawaroa Walkway open again

Te Matuku Awaawaroa Walkway has been re-opened following completion of work to divert over 1 kilometre of existing track away from kauri forest.

Cultural 6 Oct 2020

City of Sails hosts Tuia 250 flotilla

Tāmaki Makaurau is set to welcome Tuia 250 Voyage flotilla into the Waitematā on Friday 25 October.

6 Oct 2020

Auckland Harbour Bridge evokes blue water for our voyagers

Vector Lights for Tuia 250 will pay tribute to the city’s long, rich and courageous voyaging history with a bespoke light show on Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Events

29 Mar 2026

Pasifika Day Waiheke

Pasifika Day is a free, family-friendly cultural community festival celebrating the diverse Pacif...

29 Mar 2026

Sketch & Sip

Get ready to unwind, connect, and create — a chilled afternoon of art, music, and culture.

06 Nov 2025 - 02 Apr 2026

Parnell Library Book Group

A great opportunity to have a chat with local readers and see what others are reading.

03 Apr 2026 - 06 Apr 2026

Waiheke Jazz & Blues Festival 2026

Spend Easter on Waiheke with three days of unforgettable live music in stunning vineyard settings.

04 Apr 2026

Creative Rhythms for Wellbeing

Experience the vibrant heartbeat of Auckland’s diverse cultures!

04 Apr 2026

Rakino Island snorkeling

Join fellow Rakino Island snorkeling enthusiasts for a low-tide exploration of the Māori Garden B...

04 Apr 2026

Thai Culture day

A family-friendly cultural celebration showcasing Thailand's vibrant traditions, music, dance, Fo...

04 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

School Holidays - Eco Warriors

Come along and learn how to be eco friendly this school holidays.