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Arts 12 May 2017

Auckland Art Gallery now offering tours in Mandarin

The tours offer highlights across Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, including an introduction to the gallery’s art collection, Māori portraits and its award-winning building.

Environment 11 May 2017

Great Barrier Island applies for Dark Sky Sanctuary status

A Dark Sky Sanctuary must have an exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights and a nocturnal environment, and is protected for its scientific, natural, or educational value, its cultural heritage and/or public enjoyment.

Housing 9 May 2017

Building starts at the Hobsonville Point Airfields precinct

There will be 102 standalone and terrace homes built in stage one of the development.

Plans / Projects 9 May 2017

City centre population set to exceed 2032 estimate this year

The population of Auckland’s City Centre has exploded compared to the 2012 Auckland City Centre Masterplan’s predictions.

Transport 8 May 2017

New sinkhole discovered in New Lynn

Contractors working on the Clark Street culvert in New Lynn discovered a small sinkhole near the already-damaged culvert on the evening of Thursday 4 May.

Community 4 May 2017

Sign of significance for Patumahoe

The dedicated signs tell the story of mana whenua’s connection and history to the region and their location is selected by mana whenua in recognition of its cultural significance to the area.

Environment 3 May 2017

Long-tailed bats spotted in Henderson

Long-tailed bats have been spotted in Henderson for the first time in about 15 years.

Housing 2 May 2017

Henderson to flourish as revitalised urban eco centre

The future of Henderson in west Auckland took an important step forward on 2 May with Auckland Council’s Planning Committee approving an overall plan to unlock its potential.

Events

03 Jul 2025 - 22 Jul 2025

Heritage in the City

Heritage in the City photographic display at Central City Library Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero.

21 Jun 2025 - 02 Aug 2025

Matariki Sacred Waters

An exhibition by Jimmy James Kouratoras in the Steel Gallery at Franklin Arts Centre.

20 Jun 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Aotea Square Ice Rink

Auckland’s favourite winter tradition returns – transforming Aotea Square into a magical ice-skat...

14 Jun 2025 - 26 Jul 2025

Ruaruawhetū – Weaving Design Celebrating the Stars

This exhibition features individual and collectively produced raranga (weaving) from 16 artists.

18 May 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

The Reading Revolution's Shared Reading Group

Drop in & dive into stories – free Sunday reading group!

28 Apr 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

Māngere East Community Centre before and after school care

Discover our holiday programme: Safe, fun, & full of exciting activities for your child.

23 Mar 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Crochet Group

Join us for a fun afternoon of crochet, where you can work on your own project and make friends w...

16 Mar 2025 - 18 Jan 2026

The village market Helensville Showgrounds

A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music, free face painti...