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Community 15 Feb 2018

Takarunga / Mt Victoria summit vehicle-free from March

The summit of Takarunga / Mt Victoria will be permanently closed to all private motor vehicles from 1 March.

Plans / Projects 14 Feb 2018

New deal makes 'Wynyard hybrid' proposal a viable option for America’s Cup

The Government and Auckland Council welcome a new deal for a Wynyard hybrid option that will deliver a world class America’s Cup village on Auckland’s waterfront in 2020-21.

Transport 14 Feb 2018

Speeding up crowds getting to Mt Smart Stadium

Improvements to Penrose train station will get concert-goers to and from the station more quickly with less crowding.

Transport 14 Feb 2018

Boost for biking in New Lynn

Wheels are in motion for the Seabrook Ave Cycleway project.

Environment 13 Feb 2018

Sustainable tourism strategy for Waiheke Island

A community-led initiative is being launched to develop a sustainable tourism strategy for the island.

Cycling 13 Feb 2018

Ōrākei Local Board takes on Auckland cycle challenge

Local board members have signed up to February’s Auckland Bike Challenge.

Community 12 Feb 2018

Being local and buying local in Puketāpapa

Puketāpapa Local Board has funded an initiative on creating quick and healthy meals from fresh and affordable local ingredients.

Beaches 8 Feb 2018

Urgent works needed to protect beach

A temporary seawall structure has been installed along Cockle Bay Beach, Howick, to minimise the risk of further erosion following a storm in January.

Events

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.

03 Apr 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

MOTAT April holiday experience

Discover how numbers tell stories as we turn data science and statistics into hands-on holiday fu...

03 Apr 2026 - 30 May 2026

Kauri Gum (Kapia) Photographic Exhibition : Where ancient light remains

Pieter (Pete) Verlaak, talented Belgian photographer, has pulled together the first, and perhaps...

20 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Handmade Jewellery

Explore fundamental jewellery-making techniques while developing their own personal style.

07 Nov 2025 - 26 Jul 2026

Ngā Huhua: Abundance

The exhibition reveals how both the giants and the smallest creatures play vital roles in maintai...

03 Oct 2025 - 03 Apr 2026

Te Atatu Food Truck Fridays

Come for a delicious dinner, enjoy great music, and soak in the lively atmosphere—a fantastic nig...

04 Apr 2026

Badge making

Get creative and celebrate cultures from around the world by designing your own badge!

04 Apr 2026

Botanical art workshop

You will sketch your own chose plant, taking inspiration from the botanic gardens, and learn a me...