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Community 1 Aug 2016

Point Chev Plaza makeover complete

The square's slippery tiles have been replaced and there is a larger space for public events.

Cycling 29 Jul 2016

10,000 trips on Quay Street cycleway in less than three weeks

Where is everyone? Quay Street, it seems: more than 10,000 cycle trips have been made on the Quay Street cycleway since it opened almost three weeks ago.

Community 28 Jul 2016

Tackling youth unemployment

Henderson-Massey Local Board, Youth Connections, Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development and digital specialists TalentWire have combined efforts to respond to the challenge of youth unemployment.

Sports / Leisure 28 Jul 2016

Sugary drinks dropped from leisure centres

Auckland Council is dropping sugar-sweetened drinks from vending machines at its leisure centres.

Environment 28 Jul 2016

Hunua Project scoops top environmental award

Protecting the treasured Hunua Ranges recognised at Local Government Awards.

Arts 27 Jul 2016

Precious cargo lands safely on Queens Wharf

The shell of ‘The Lighthouse’ by Michael Parekowhai was lifted into position on Queens Wharf.

Arts 27 Jul 2016

The story behind a well-known sculpture

Watch a video about the history of 'Opened Stone', which once stood outside the city's art gallery.

Community 27 Jul 2016

Manurewa’s volunteers recognised

Manurewa’s unsung heroes – its volunteers – were the stars of the show at the recent Manurewa Local Board Community Volunteer Awards.

Events

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

Otara Library Treasure Hunter's Holiday Programme

Treasure Hunter's School Holiday Programme at Ōtara Library! Come along and explore the many trea...

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

School holiday programmes for kids aged 5-13 years

Enrol them in Auckland Council’s school holiday programme. Our programmes are inexpensive, safe,...

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

School Holidays in New Lynn Community Hub

Come along for school holiday fun.

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

September School Holiday Programme - Kupesi Printing

Dive into our newest exhibition, Always Song in the Water, with a free art activity book filled w...

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

September/October School Holidays at Stardome

Duration of planetarium show + Brain Play session is 90 minutes. 

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

Te Atatū Peninsula Community Hub - School Holiday Programme

Create your own adventures these school Holidays!

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

Treasure Hunters October School Holidays - Birkenhead Library

Have fun with exciting school holiday activities at Birkenhead Library.

25 Sep 2023 - 06 Oct 2023

Treasure Hunters School Holidays at Onehunga Library

Pirate treasure map, escape room, crafts and more during school holiday.