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Transport 27 Jun 2017

This link will improve cycling in Ōrākei

Ōrākei Local Board has decided to advocate strongly for a cycling and pedestrian link to run from the area around Gowing Drive to the Glen Innes to Tāmaki Drive Shared Path.

Community 27 Jun 2017

This souper hero is warming hearts

Whangaparāoa resident Julie King works tirelessly to support vulnerable and financially struggling people in her area.

Cycling 27 Jun 2017

Forty-five thousand new riders in Auckland last year

Auckland is experiencing a biking boom with a report released by Auckland Transport showing big numbers taking to two wheels over the past year.

Cycling 27 Jun 2017

Māori design enhances Waterview Shared Path bridge

Traditional Māori design and modern engineering skills have combined to make the Alford Street Bridge a striking feature of Auckland’s Waterview Shared Path.

Transport 26 Jun 2017

Waterview tunnel opening early July

The $1.4 billion Waterview Connection is New Zealand’s biggest and most complex roading project, including twin 2.4km-long three-lane tunnels.

Arts 23 Jun 2017

Public artworks make a splash at Albany pool

Korean-Kiwi artist Seung Yul Oh is making a splash at Albany Stadium Pool with the unveiling of his latest works, Upon a Pond and Drop a Loop.

Heritage 23 Jun 2017

Flashback Friday: Mission Bay, then and now

This popular central Auckland beach was as beloved at the turn of the 20th Century as it is today – but did you know it was also once home to a flying school?

Food / Drink 23 Jun 2017

New Lynn night markets come to an end

The New Lynn Night Markets will come to an end this month after three years.

Events

02 Nov 2025 - 30 Nov 2025

Make Days: Ika pepa (paper fish)

Join us for whānau friendly make days each month at the New Zealand Maritime Museum!

11 Oct 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Game on! Family fun

A fun session featuring games big and small, from foosball to connect 4, jigsaws and outdoor game...

14 Sep 2025 - 22 Feb 2026

We Care's Play and Belong

Come and participate in a game-centred community engagement programme designed to spark genuine c...

07 Sep 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Board Games for Adults

Come along to play a range of board games for adults aged 18 - 60+.

31 Aug 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Takaanini Crochet Club

It's an awesome opportunity to meet fellow crocheters, share your skills and make friends. 

21 Jul 2025 - 14 Dec 2025

Lego Club

Get creative with block building.

20 Jul 2025 - 07 Dec 2025

Family Storytime

Enjoy stories, rhymes and songs encouraging a love of books.

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...