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Environment 13 Jul 2017

Long grass on motorway verges helping keep dotterels safe

The NZ Transport Agency is deliberately letting the grass grow long on some verges along the Northern Motorway to help protect endangered dotterels in the area.

Community 12 Jul 2017

Charge your phone for free in the city

As part of its Low Carbon Action Plan, Waitematā Local Board has placed two solar-powered device-charging tables in high-pedestrian areas of the inner city.

Sports / Leisure 12 Jul 2017

New lights to brighten experience at Mt Smart Stadium

One of the most sophisticated lighting systems on the planet is about to be unveiled at Mt Smart Stadium, giving sports fans a chance to see all the action more vividly.

Plans / Projects 12 Jul 2017

The City Rail Link in numbers

The CRL is one of the biggest transport projects ever undertaken in Auckland. What does that look like in numbers? Read on to find out.

Transport 11 Jul 2017

What are those big red silos near Britomart?

People passing by the former Chief Post Office building in Lower Queen Street will have noticed some shiny new additions to the construction area.

Environment 7 Jul 2017

Conservation hero is saving pollinators

OurAuckland talks to Andrea Reid, the creator and champion of the Pollinator Paths movement.

Heritage 7 Jul 2017

Flashback: Devonport 100 years ago

This elegant village on the North Shore was established as a borough in 1886, and the early 1900s brought increased development and prosperity.

Dogs 5 Jul 2017

TXT2DESEX keeping the Kelston community safe

Auckland Council’s Animal Management team and the NZ Police recently collaborated to try and reduce dog attacks in the Kelston community.

Events

07 Apr 2026 - 08 Apr 2026

School holiday Easter fun

A great way to celebrate the season and enjoy some creative time together.

07 Apr 2026 - 15 Apr 2026

Cycle of Life

Join us for this series of exciting events.

07 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2026

East Coast Bays Library - April School Holidays

Come down to East Coast Bays Library these April School Holidays for some "eggciting" activities!

07 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2026

Junior Ranger Explorer Walk

Explore, learn and discover the wonders of our fascinating park environments.

07 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2026

Warkworth Library April School Holiday Programme

Throughout the holidays pop into the library for free, fun activities and events.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

April School Holiday Programme

Visit us to participate in a collection of school holiday activities for the whole whānau.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Autumn School Holiday Programme

Give your kids an unforgettable break filled with fun, friends and non-stop action at Auckland Co...

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Glen Eden Library April school holiday programme

Creative school holiday fun awaits, craft, clay, movies, music, and hands-on workshops for kids a...