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Cycling 4 Dec 2015

Video: Another look at Auckland's new Lightpath

Here's another look at how an unused motorway offramp was transformed into a magical – and magenta – celebration of cycling.

Heritage 4 Dec 2015

Celebrating 50 years of the Laingholm Roundabout

Celebrating 50 years of the Laingholm Roundabout, one of the oldest community publications in New Zealand.

Community 3 Dec 2015

Inner-city youngsters have Auckland's interests at heart

Auckland Council delighted to hear from school pupils on the region's future.

Development 2 Dec 2015

Bridge draws mariners' approval

A state-of-the-art drawbridge next to the Milford Marina is nearing completion and is expected to be open for use by Christmas.

Development 2 Dec 2015

Wynyard Quarter shows the way in sustainable building

The push to make Wynyard Quarter one of the greenest and smartest urban precincts in the country is on track.

Playgrounds 1 Dec 2015

Play space set to make a splash

Albert-Eden Local Board is providing a new play space at Waterview Reserve, with interactive water play, a playground waka, fale-inspired shade, a volleyball net, barbecues and drinking fountains.

Development 30 Nov 2015

Lysaght Building lights up GridAKL innovation precinct

GridAKL opened in 2014, and is entering an exciting new phase.

Exhibition 30 Nov 2015

Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Papakura

From its thriving town centre, historic Hawkins Theatre and art galleries, to the rural area of Karaka, which is famous for its thoroughbred industry, Papakura has a perfect mix of town and country.

Events

28 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026

Monster Mug Mayhem

Choose from your favourite freaky monster and create your own hand-built clay mug.

30 Sep 2026

Spring guided walk

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a free guided walk through the Auckland Botanic Gardens.

01 Oct 2026

Haydn & Shostakovich

Beginning with the clean tranquillity of Morning, Grieg’s first suite from his music to the play...

06 Oct 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Halloween Beasts

Celebrate the spooky season by creating your own Halloween clay beasts and creatures.

06 Oct 2026 - 08 Oct 2026

Fijian Language Week Storytime

30 minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing.

08 Oct 2026

Piringatahi: A heritage feast

Come along and browse a curated selection of cookbooks from 1714 to the present.

15 Oct 2026

Beethoven’s Piano No. 4

The brilliant 17-year-old Canadian pianist Sophia Liu makes her Australasian debut with Beethoven...

17 Oct 2026

St Matthew's Chamber Orchestra

A classical symphony orchestra performing a wide repertoire of music.