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Plans / Projects 3 Aug 2017

Pushing on with urban development, mass transit

Proposals to develop structure plans for thousands of homes and jobs in Auckland’s northern and southern areas and planning for mass transit has the go-ahead from Auckland Council.

Arts 2 Aug 2017

Makeover and expansion coming for Aotea Centre

One of Auckland’s most famous landmarks will undergo a refresh and expansion in an exciting new development set to rejuvenate the Aotea arts quarter.

Environment 2 Aug 2017

Wastewater plant expansion on track

Work on expanding Watercare’s Māngere Wastewater Treatment Plant is on track to be completed by the end of the year.

Community 31 Jul 2017

First section of Waterview Shared Path now open

The first section of one of Auckland's biggest walking and cycling paths is now open, giving communities better access to a sports field and green spaces on the Unitec Campus.

Transport 27 Jul 2017

Meet Sandrine, the CRL's new construction machine

The exotic red Sandrine will be used by Downer NZ and Soletanche Bachy JV as they work on the area around the Britomart Transport centre building.

Transport 26 Jul 2017

Council to decide on new electric trains

Auckland Council will make a decision next week on authorising a $207 million purchase of 17 new electric and battery powered trains.

Plans / Projects 26 Jul 2017

CRL milestone: First foundations laid for twin tunnels

The first two concrete base slabs for the City Rail Link twin tunnels have been laid on Lower Queen Street.

Environment 26 Jul 2017

Rodney community lends a hand to help plant Kaipara River

Members of a local scout group, neighbours and other volunteers recently helped plant native trees along a stretch of the Kaipara River near the Kiwitahi Road Bridge.

Events

21 Feb 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Glen Eden Community Markets

Every third Saturday of the month the Glen Eden Community House comes alive with the sights, soun...

16 Aug 2026

History and preservation of Dacre Cottage and the Weiti Block

For anyone interested in in local history and conservation.

16 Aug 2026

LIVE Day: Trams

A fun interactive day full of exploration and learning - perfect for the whole whānau and groups...

16 Aug 2026

Love your Leftovers workshop: Zesty citrus session

Get tips and tricks for what to do with leftover citrus, including zesty sprinkle and orange peel...

16 Aug 2026

NZTrio: Space Jump

Experience the dynamic energy of Fazıl Say’s Space Jump, vividly portraying a thrilling ascent an...

16 Aug 2026

Restoring Awa Rua Ika/Vaughan's Stream

Join Restore Hibiscus & Bays (RHB), Long Bay Residents Association, and Mountains to Sea Cons...

16 Aug 2026

Waiheke Children's Book Festival

Join us as we celebrate National Children's Book Week with a whānau friendly day of workshops, ac...

16 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

Author talk: Susanne Burton-Thompson

Hear from award-winning photojournalist Susanna Burton-Thomson's rich life of unexpected opportun...