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Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2017

Playground review: Grey Lynn Park

The new and improved Grey Lynn Park playground is the perfect place for the kids to stretch their legs and burn off some energy.

Cycling 31 Jan 2017

Opinion: Dr Peter Haynes' vision for Chamberlain Park

Albert-Eden Local Board Chair Peter Haynes explains why re-purposing Chamberlain Park to a nine-hole course will cater for golfers and the wider community.

Arts 31 Jan 2017

The Lighthouse nears completion

Details will be announced soon for a ceremony to celebrate the opening of Michael Parekowhai's artwork on Queens Wharf.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Karekare Beach named among world's best

Karekare Beach on Auckland’s west coast has been named the second-best beach in the world by Passport Magazine, a gay travel publication.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Community 18 Jan 2017

Waterview’s new playground opens

Waterview's exciting new playground is now open.

Arts 16 Jan 2017

Five pieces of public art to check out

If you find yourself with a free afternoon, think about exploring these gems scattered throughout wider Auckland.

Transport 16 Jan 2017

Changes for Britomart Station users

Downtown train users will soon find the Chief Post Office building closed and new entrances created for Britomart station.

Events

08 Jun 2024 - 18 Aug 2024

Fred Graham: Toi Whakaata / Reflections

The exhibition maps the importance of storytelling in Graham’s work, at both a universal and inte...

09 Jun 2024

Bach Musica NZ: The Lark Ascending & Best of Dvorak

Bach Musica NZ, the country's leading combined vocal and instrumental ensemble, presents the all-...

09 Jun 2024

Duder Regional Park Planting Day

Join rangers and volunteers for a fun exciting day out on our regional parks.

12 Jun 2024 - 23 Jun 2024

Guru of Chai

Outrageously funny and heartbreakingly beautiful, with a killer live sound track, this is not to...

13 Jun 2024

The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: Eternal City

The glitter of water in the Trevi Fountain, the jubilation of weary pilgrims reaching their desti...

13 Jun 2024

Thursday Heritage Concert - Winds from Japan and Europe

Japan born and raised violinist, Yuhka Nagai and NZ raised Kent Isomura present a programme.

15 Jun 2024

Pounamu Workshop

Join Maha and learn about the practices associated with Māori toi (arts) whilst creating a pounam...

15 Jun 2024 - 16 Jun 2024

NZ National Bonsai Exhibition 2024

The Exhibition will show case the very best of NZ native trees and traditional bonsai trees such...