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Arts 2 Sep 2019

Karangahape Road bins go from dull to dazzling

A community-based arts initiative on Karangahape Road is turning rubbish bins and street furniture into soulful works of art.

Educational 30 Aug 2019

Popular clothes swap saves money and the environment

Keeping in line with New Zealand Fashion Week’s sustainability focus, Auckland’s Central City Library is gearing up for its third installation of Swap it Like it’s Hot.

Educational 27 Aug 2019

Step back in time at sewing workshops

A series of free workshops at Auckland Central City Library is giving people the opportunity to create items using vintage hand-cranked sewing machines.

Transport 27 Aug 2019

Road safety improvements on the way in Waitematā

Improvements will be made to roads in the Waitematā Local Board area thanks to budget from the Community Safety Fund.

27 Aug 2019

Fashion police to issue tickets to stylish Aucklanders

Fashion police will hit Auckland streets this week issuing tickets to stylish pedestrians during New Zealand Fashion Week, from August 26 to September 1.

Technology / Innovation 27 Aug 2019

Vector lights to shine in support of Daffodil Day

Vector Lights will shine yellow and blue for three nights to support Daffodil Day, symbolising hope for one in three New Zealanders affected by cancer.

Community 26 Aug 2019

Great Barrier Island community nursery prepares for grand opening

The final touches are going on Aotea / Great Barrier's new community native plant nursery this week ahead of its grand opening on August 31.

City Centre Waterfront 23 Aug 2019

Bulk Storage Terminal transformation to begin

The transformation of Wynyard Quarter is continuing, with the demolition of 38 tanks at the Bulk Storage Terminal beginning on 26 August 2019.

Events

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Auckland Live Spring in Aotea Square

A captivating light sculpture, Late Night Art in the city, dance workshops and more.

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Hundred Year House Party - Future Present Past Time Capsule

Share your fondest arcade memories, draw a picture or make a wish to the future with the Make Sho...

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Make it Loud - School Holiday Experience

Learn all about the science and technology behind music and sound. 

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Time Warp Waiheke School Holiday Programme

Enjoy these exciting school holiday events with us.

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

VSA volunteers create trusted partnerships within the Pacific region

Come and enjoy a trip down memory lane.

27 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Vector Lights for HAKA Stand As A Nation

Vector Lights is celebrating HAKA Stand As A Nation, the country’s attempt to reclaim the Guinnes...

01 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Make Days at the Maritime Museum | Seabird badges

Who’s your favourite squawky superhero? Make your very own seabird badge by the sea! 

01 Sep 2024 - 30 Sep 2024

Te Wiki O Te Reo/Mahuru Māori at Tāmaki Pātaka Kōrero

Join us for an exciting calendar of workshops, activations exhibitions throughout the month of Ma...