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Transport 23 Sep 2019

Waiheke Governance Pilot gets the tick

The formal mid-point evaluation running alongside the three-year Waiheke Governance Pilot has been publicly released this week.

Environment 17 Sep 2019

Auckland Council to launch Request For Proposals for solar, energy storage and EV chargers

Last month, Auckland Council’s Environment and Community Committee voted to expand Auckland Council’s Retrofit your Home programme to include solar energy, energy storage and energy efficiency interventions.

City Centre Waterfront 6 Sep 2019

Emirates Team New Zealand launch their first AC75

Emirates Team New Zealand christened their first AC75 at their team base in the heart of the America’s Cup village in Auckland today.

Rates 2 Sep 2019

Waitematā environment enhanced and protected by targeted rates

Targeted rates are helping to protect the environment in Waitematā.

Environment 2 Sep 2019

Project offers unique bird’s eye view of Albert Park

For two weeks, Aucklanders will be able climb a specially constructed scaffolding staircase wrapped around a 50-metre tall tree in the city centre.

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.

Events

28 Nov 2024

Historic Auckland Waterfront Walking Tour

Don your best walking shoes and delve into the history and archaeology of the Auckland waterfront.

28 Nov 2024

The New Zealand Herald Premier Series: City Lights

Come along to enjoy this very exciting event.

28 Nov 2024 - 21 Dec 2024

Christmas on Queen Street

Christmas on Queen Street comes alive with a feast of family fun on Thursday, Friday, and Saturda...

01 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Free Guided Museum Tours

Make the most of your visit with a complimentary guided tour.

22 Feb 2024 - 28 Nov 2024

Leys Institute Library Bookchat

Come along to chat about books you've enjoyed and discover your next favourite read.

08 Sep 2022 - 12 Jun 2025

Wriggle, Rhyme and Storytime at Waiheke Library

Spend your morning at the library with fun things to do for you and your kids.

29 Nov 2024

An Evening with the Modern Māori Quartet

This show is sure to kick your holiday season off with aroha and dad jokes!

29 Nov 2024

Into Ocean & Ice: An evening with the artists

Explore artwork inspired by Antarctica and the journeys of those who travelled there a century ap...