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Community 12 Dec 2025

Northern local boards mark 15 Years of Auckland Council

Auckland Council turns 15 this month! To mark the milestone, we’re celebrating local projects that have made a difference in our communities — see the highlights from north of the Harbour Bridge.

Arts 10 Dec 2025

From museum to a thriving neighbourhood hub - Te Toi Uku celebrates heritage with community 

Step inside Te Toi Uku / Crown Lynn Museum today and you’ll notice the transformation instantly.

Community 10 Dec 2025

Powering up with sunshine in Claris

Claris Club and Conference Centre are now powered by solar thanks to grant funding from the local board.

City Centre Waterfront 10 Dec 2025

Queen Street becomes a magical pathway of festive light

Kids can phone an elf, shine selfie pics on the sun, make a seagull squawk, witness Santa’s workshop and more. Don’t miss 2025’s new promenade of festive fun. 

Kids / Family 7 Dec 2025

Top free summer experiences in Whau

We’ve rounded up five must-do, free activities across Whau to make this your best summer ever. 

Community 3 Dec 2025

Inside the park upgrade that’s transforming Barry Curtis Park

Think of the Wetlands Building as your upgraded basecamp — $1.3M later, it’s got improved restrooms, better shelter, and more spots to relax, picnic, and BBQ.

Community 3 Dec 2025

Councillor Mike Lee awarded the John Dunmore Medal

Councillor Mike Lee was recently awarded the John Dunmore Medal for his contributions to the natural history of New Zealand.

Community 2 Dec 2025

Mamma Mia: Mt Albert Library celebrates five decades

Mt Albert celebrates 50 years of operating in the community.

Events

14 Feb 2026

Valentine's Evening Sailing

Set sail with your loved one this Valentine's Day evening.

14 Feb 2026

Valentine's Mug Handbuilding Pottery Workshop

Enjoy a fun day together by creating, shaping, prodding, and whipping sculpting clay into shape!

14 Feb 2026

Waipapa Regeneration Day

Join us in regenerating the native bush along the Waipapa Stream, a beloved piece of local history.

14 Feb 2026

Written in the Stars - Valentine's Day

Treat your special someone to a romantic evening under the stars this Valentine’s Day at Stardome!

14 Feb 2026 - 15 Feb 2026

Bring the “Blessing” home

Celebrate the upcoming the Year of the Horse with an authentic tradition!

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Storytime at the Central Library

Come along to our popular Storytimes where librarians, and sometimes, authors or other special gu...

07 Feb 2026 - 28 Feb 2026

Flow With Pride - Vinyasa

Join us for this free, gentle, strength-building series from Te Atatū Peninsula Yoga & Pilates, c...

02 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2026

Kotahitanga in Colour

Each workshop focuses on a single rainbow colour, exploring the meaning of the Pride flag, whilst...