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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 - 17 Apr 2026

Glenfield Library April School Holidays

Enjoy fun activities at the library.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Kumeu Library's April school holiday activities

Join the range of activities this school holiday!

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Nathan Homestead Pukepuke School Holiday Programme

Nathan Homestead Pukepuke's School Holiday Programmes are filled with adventure, creativity and d...

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Ōku hoa Moana | My Ocean Friends

Dive into Ngā Huhua: Abundance - a deep blue world teeming with life these April school holidays.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Out of this World April School Holidays - Ormiston Town Centre Library

Come down to the newly opened library at Ormiston Town Centre this school holidays.

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

School holiday robotics workshops

Each workshop also includes a planetarium show!

07 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

School holidays at Devonport Library

Join us for six free events packed with creativity, movement, and fun for tamariki aged 5–12.

07 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026 - 18 Apr 2026

April School Holiday Programmes

Come along to participate in this series of exciting school holiday events.