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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

25 Mar 2024 - 25 Nov 2024

Parnell Shared Reading Group

Join us for a stimulating hour of listening to stories and poetry being read aloud and chatted ab...

01 Oct 2024

Parnell Heritage Walks - Grafton

Learn about the illustrious former residents of Auckland's oldest suburb.

01 Oct 2024 - 31 Oct 2024

Ride'n'seek the City Centre Loop!

Join us on a Ride 'n' seek journey and explore the City Centre Loop, a 6.7km network of off-road...

01 Oct 2024 - 11 Oct 2025

The Wonders of Grafton

Join Edward Bennett on a two-hour walk of Grafton.

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Time Warp at Central City Library

Journey through time from the past to the future with our school holiday Time Warp programme.

02 Jul 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Digital drop-in sessions

Did you know ….. digital drop-in sessions are now available at Waiheke Library?

30 Apr 2024 - 17 Dec 2024

Ellen Melville Centre Baby Coffee Group

A place to connect, create new friendships, and share & learn from each other’s experiences on yo...

02 Oct 2024 - 03 Oct 2024

Whimsical Castles // School Holidays

Step into the enchanting world of whimsical castles!