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Transport 28 Feb 2017

Volcano-themed skate park opens in New Windsor

Auckland's volcanic heritage has inspired a new skate park opened in New Windsor over the weekend of 25-26 February. The park is part of the NZ Transport Agency's Waterview Connection project.

Cycling 27 Feb 2017

Pt England School celebrates new bikes and cycling track

Pt England School pupils riding 50 new bicycles celebrated the official opening of their 400m state-of-the-art bike track on Thursday 23 February.

Plans / Projects 25 Feb 2017

Westgate Town Park set to bloom in spring

Te Hauāuru, the new Westgate Town Park, is due to be completed by spring. Hawkins Construction has started work on the 1.1ha site, which is situated in the 24ha open space next to the Northwest Mall on the corner of Maki Street and Tawhia Drive.

Development 24 Feb 2017

Women take the lead on central city redevelopment

The project to redevelop Freyberg Place and the Ellen Melville Centre has women in many key roles, including senior project leader, project manager, lead landscape architect, lead architect, and manager of the contracting team.

Environment 24 Feb 2017

Western Springs a pocket of calm for city-dwellers

Western Springs is much loved by Aucklanders and visitors for its beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife, says Waitematā and Gulf Ward Councillor Mike Lee.

Community 24 Feb 2017

Upcycling at the Tip Stop Shop

Next time you visit Great Barrier Island don't forget to grab a bargain at the Aotea Community Upcycle Centre in Claris, affectionately known by locals as the Tip Stop Shop.

24 Feb 2017

Warkworth facilities set for upgrade

Construction of two new public toilets in Warkworth is due to start soon.

Dogs 24 Feb 2017

Help make our beaches fun for all

In response to recent dog-related issues reported at Takapuna Beach, Devonport-Takapuna Local Board wanted to remind people about the rules in place at our beaches and encourage consideration for other beach users.

Events

15 Oct 2024

Food scraps collections service

Learn about the benefits of recycling food scraps and how these scraps will be turned into clean...

20 Oct 2024

Cacti and Succulents botanical art workshop

Learn how to observe and draw cacti and succulents from the Wintergardens plant collections.

23 Oct 2024

Eric Idle – Always Look on the Bright Side of Life, Live!

Don’t miss this unforgettable evening with comedy legend Eric Idle.

26 Oct 2024

Otahuhu Food Festival

The Otahuhu Food Festival is an all day family event with over 120 food stalls and truck.

09 Nov 2024

Mt Albert Auckland Record Fair

Following the success of the first two Mt Albert Record Fairs, we are set to go again.

14 Nov 2024

No Such Thing As A Fish – Thundernerds

Each Thundernerds show features a unique live recording of the podcast.

14 Nov 2024

Painting Event: Dreamy Daisies

Join us for an evening filled with whimsy, colour, and plenty of giggles.

14 Nov 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Camping

Over one raucous night in Lovers' Cove, cocktails are downed, catfights explode, and repressed de...