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Community 30 Jul 2019

Community events get support from Waitemata Local Board

Waitematā Local Board has allocated funding to three popular community events in the local board area.

Plans / Projects 25 Jul 2019

Island area plans will be open for feedback in early 2020

Waiheke Island and Aotea Great Barrier Island residents and ratepayers will be invited to give feedback on area plans for the islands early in 2020.

Transport 25 Jul 2019

Waiheke bus network gets electrified

The Waiheke community will see new electric buses on the islands’ roads from the middle of next year.

Plans / Projects 24 Jul 2019

Parks, arts and community prioritised by Waitematā Local Board

Waitematā Local Board has approved its work programme for the year ahead, building on planning and work undertaken throughout 2018/19.

23 Jul 2019

Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board sets out budget priorities

Housing, dark sky status, dredging and water quality will be among some of Aotea/Great Barrier Local Board's funding priorities for the coming year.

Beaches 19 Jul 2019

Targeted rates protecting our natural environment

The two targeted rates introduced last year have helped us to increase our protection of Auckland’s natural environment and waterways.

Environment 17 Jul 2019

Community trust to recycle glass on Great Barrier Island

A community trust on Great Barrier Island will be using a council grant to make drinking glasses out of discarded bottles and jars.

Waste 16 Jul 2019

Bin or bags – time to make your choice

Auckland Council is encouraging the Aotea Great Barrier Island community to make sure they have either bags or a bin ready for when the roadside rubbish collection service changes take effect on 5 August.

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...