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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.

Environment 7 Jul 2017

Conservation hero is saving pollinators

OurAuckland talks to Andrea Reid, the creator and champion of the Pollinator Paths movement.

Events

07 Jul 2024 - 28 Jul 2024

Make Days at the Maritime Museum

Drop into the Maritime Museum on selected dates and take home a free, whānau-friendly craft.

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

July Holiday Experience

There is plenty of fantastic fun for everyone this July with minds-on and hands-on activities acr...

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

July School Holidays at East Coast Bays Library

East Coast Bays Libraries School Holiday programme has something for everyone! Join us at one o...

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Magical Moving Images - School Holiday programme

Learn skills from the past and experience some of the hard work done every day, in hands-on activ...

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Matariki School Holidays - Takapuna Library

Come join us at Takapuna Library for family fun activities all holidays long.

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Ngā Tamariki o Matariki - July School Holidays

Getting Crafty with Books Saturday 06 July & Sunday 07 July 11am – 3pm Colour, cut and fold 3...

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Ngā Tamariki o Matariki July School Holidays @ Pakuranga Library

Join us at the library these school holidays for an awesome line up of fun and exciting crafts, a...

06 Jul 2024 - 21 Jul 2024

Ngā Tamariki o Matariki: The Children of Matariki - July School Holidays

Join us these school holidays for a series of exciting events.