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Transport 22 Nov 2019

AT seeking feedback on proposed Point Chevalier improvements

Point Chevalier is set to be made safer for all road users – whether they are cycling, scootering, walking, or in a car.

Transport 21 Nov 2019

Colourful streetscape makes Sale Street safer for all

Large polka dots, squiggly lines and colourful planter boxes are some of the unconventional tools we are using to create a safer environment for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers.

Heritage 20 Nov 2019

Uncharted train tracks uncovered on Quay Street

During excavations as part of the Quay Street enhancement, train tracks dating back to the early 1900s have been uncovered.

Waste 20 Nov 2019

Viaduct compost hub launch unlocks climate change potential

The Viaduct Local Living Compost Hub will help local businesses work towards becoming zero-waste.

Ellen Melville Centre 14 Nov 2019

Ellen Melville Centre and Freyberg Place win NZ Architecture Award

The project to upgrade Ellen Melville Centre and Freyberg Place has won the Planning and Urban Design category in the 2019 New Zealand Architecture Awards.

Environment 13 Nov 2019

NZICC fire air quality results finalised

Analysis of air quality results collected during the period of the NZ International Convention Centre fire last month have now been finalised.

Waste 13 Nov 2019

Collaborative composting pilot a first for the city centre

Auckland Council is proud to support a composting pilot project, the first in the city centre and waterfront areas.

Transport 13 Nov 2019

AT trials summer plan to reduce congestion at Matiatia

Auckland Transport and Waiheke Local Board will trial a new way to manage traffic at Matiaitia and to help reduce congestion and improve safety around the ferry terminal.

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10 Oct 2024

From Pacific to Tasman – Auckland’s Historic Tram System

Learn about the construction and development of this much-loved public transport system through a...

10 Oct 2024 - 12 Oct 2024

The Civic Tours

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10 Oct 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

Tempo Dance Festival - Te Rerenga o Tere 2024

Tempo Dance Festival - Te Rerenga o Tere returns with a full programme of immersive, innovative a...

11 Oct 2024

Oral History Beginners Workshop

In this workshop, we’ll cover the basic elements of what makes a good oral history and what's use...

11 Oct 2024 - 24 Oct 2024

Show Me Shorts Film Festival 2024

Show Me Shorts is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading international short film festival.

12 Oct 2024

A Niu Dawn: Flip Book Animation Workshop with Elisabeth Kumaran

Join artist and animator Elisabeth Kumaran for an exciting Flipbook Animation Workshop where you'...

12 Oct 2024

Open Day at the Fashion Museum

We invite anyone with a love of fashion and an interest in how we dress in Aotearoa to join us at...

12 Oct 2024

Parnell Heritage Walks - Hobson Bay

Step back in time and follow the journeys made by the people of Auckland’s past.