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Environment 18 Dec 2017

Is your bottom dirty? Pest-carrying hulls threaten New Zealand’s only national marine park

Boaties are being asked to clean their hulls to slow down the spread of fanworm and protect Great Barrier’s Island’s underwater world from other marine pests.

Beaches 15 Dec 2017

Jellyfish spotted at Hibiscus Coast beaches

Blue bottle jellyfish have been spotted at some Hibiscus Coast beaches.

Transport 14 Dec 2017

Rosedale Busway Station plans unveiled

Auckland Transport expects the station to cater for around 4000 passengers a day, provide greater accessibility to and from residential and employment catchments in the North Shore and improve public transport service reliability.

Transport 13 Dec 2017

First concrete poured for CRL tunnel box

The first concrete has been poured for the CRL tunnel box in Albert Street.

Technology / Innovation 12 Dec 2017

Take a virtual accessibility tour of the town hall

Accessibility Virtual Tour helps audiences with accessibility needs.

Parks / Outdoors 6 Dec 2017

Explore: The Puhinui Stream Forest Trail

Enjoy a tranquil escape only 25 minutes' drive from the central city.

Beaches 5 Dec 2017

Free permits for driving on beaches

Aucklanders are fortunate to have two stunning beaches – Karioitahi and Muriwai – where you’re allowed to drive, provided you have a permit.

Events

10 Jul 2026

Matariki at Howick Historical Village

As the Matariki constellation makes its annual appearance in our skies, come along to this specia...

10 Jul 2026

Matariki night market and performances

A free community celebration activating our grounds with artists, stallholders and performers.

10 Jul 2026

Waiatatia Mo Matariki

A magical Matariki singalong under the stars for the whole whānau.

10 Jul 2026 - 11 Jul 2026

Matariki Sunrise Yoga

Embrace a time of reflection and look forward to the New Year with a guided yoga session high abo...

10 Jul 2026 - 12 Jul 2026

Kaui Whetū

Celebrate Matariki at the water’s edge with hands-on weaving activities inspired by the sea and s...

11 Jul 2026

Matariki i te Pō

Join us for a special evening of creativity, connection and celebration to welcome the Māori New...

11 Jul 2026

Matariki planting - Te Herenga Waka o Orewa Marae

Together we’ll be planting native plants to help restore the marae grounds, riverbank and awa, co...

11 Jul 2026

Matariki Quest

Enjoy this fun silent disco - an immersive, multi-sensory experience.