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Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2017

Explore the northern Waitematā Harbour

Upper Harbour Local Board is encouraging residents to explore their blue backyard this summer.

31 Jan 2017

Fukuoka Friendship Garden to bloom again

The restored Fukuoka Friendship Garden is scheduled to open in autumn at its new location in Western Springs Lakeside Park.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Machine giants keep City Rail Link works on track

‘Valerie’ the tunnel boring machine and ‘Gomer’ the piling rig are making excellent progress on the CRL construction.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Explore Matakana by bike

Get outside this summer and take a ride north of the city with the Matakana trails ride to Omaha and Point Wells.

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.

Events

14 Jan 2026

Cartoonist Workshop

Learn how to create your own characters, bring your stories to life, and have fun drawing in this...

14 Jan 2026

Creative wood workshop

Kids 7+ can create, decorate, and upcycle their own wooden projects in a fun, hands-on workshop.

14 Jan 2026

Music in Parks Lloyd Elsmore Park - Jazz

East Auckland jazz with Joe Kaptein and the Musika Collective.

14 Jan 2026

Take a walk on the grassy side

We will share some tips and tricks to learning to identify grasses, which can be tricky, so bring...

14 Jan 2026 - 19 Jan 2026

Wellness Riders Skate Clinic

Community skate sessions focused on fun, fitness, and friendship

14 Jan 2026 - 20 Jan 2026

Summer Holidays with Titirangi Library

A summer of fun is waiting, drop in, get creative, and make something awesome.

14 Jan 2026 - 29 Jan 2026

Raumati Reads Events at Birkenhead Library

Dive into Raumati Reads this summer with books, prizes and a lineup of hands-on holiday fun.

15 Jan 2026

Digital Discovery Day

Bring the whole whānau along to try new or retro games, technology and bond as a family.