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Cycling 12 Dec 2018

Quay St changing for good, from December 26

We’re making Auckland’s city centre waterfront safer and more people friendly.

Heritage 10 Dec 2018

Iconic heritage boat on the move ahead of America’s Cup

An 83-year-old steam tugboat previously based in the Viaduct Harbour has a new home on Auckland’s waterfront so construction for the 36th America’s Cup race can begin.

Development 7 Dec 2018

New Ponsonby civic space reaches a significant milestone

Major plans are underway to develop 254 Ponsonby Road in Ponsonby into a civic space for the community.

Libraries 7 Dec 2018

Must-have books on a desert island

If you found yourself stranded on a desert island, which book would you want to have with you?

Beaches 6 Dec 2018

Safeswim returns to Auckland with new swimming spots

Auckland Council’s Safeswim website is ready for summer, highlighting water quality around the region.

Environment 4 Dec 2018

Port to build hydrogen production and refuelling facility

Ports of Auckland has committed to build a hydrogen production and refuelling facility at its Waitematā port.

3 Dec 2018

Waiatarua Reserve a priority for community

Ōrākei Local Board has funded the much-needed redevelopment of Waiatarua Reserve's carpark.

Beaches 30 Nov 2018

Waiheke beach area closed to dogs

Closure will protect nesting dotterels.

Events

10 Oct 2024

FROM PACIFIC TO TASMAN – AUCKLAND'S HISTORIC TRAM SYSTEM — HERITAGE TALKS

Learn about the construction and development of the public transport system through a host of fas...

10 Oct 2024

From Pacific to Tasman – Auckland’s Historic Tram System

Learn about the construction and development of this much-loved public transport system through a...

10 Oct 2024 - 12 Oct 2024

The Civic Tours

Capture unique photographs and uncover the incredible history that brings this amazing venue to l...

10 Oct 2024 - 20 Oct 2024

Tempo Dance Festival - Te Rerenga o Tere 2024

Tempo Dance Festival - Te Rerenga o Tere returns with a full programme of immersive, innovative a...

11 Oct 2024

Oral History Beginners Workshop

In this workshop, we’ll cover the basic elements of what makes a good oral history and what's use...

11 Oct 2024 - 24 Oct 2024

Show Me Shorts Film Festival 2024

Show Me Shorts is Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading international short film festival.

12 Oct 2024

A Niu Dawn: Flip Book Animation Workshop with Elisabeth Kumaran

Join artist and animator Elisabeth Kumaran for an exciting Flipbook Animation Workshop where you'...

12 Oct 2024

Open Day at the Fashion Museum

We invite anyone with a love of fashion and an interest in how we dress in Aotearoa to join us at...