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Environment 30 Apr 2019

The switch to solar on Great Barrier celebrated

The launch of a new solar-powered system on Great Barrier Island has been a success.

Community 26 Apr 2019

Public transport options for Anzac Dawn Service

Extra early morning bus, train and ferry services are being provided by AT for the Anzac Day Dawn Service on Thursday 25 April at the Auckland War Memorial Museum.

Waste 23 Apr 2019

Waiheke waging war on plastic

Waiheke Local Board has called for a phase-out of all plastic bags and single-use plastic products.

Environment 18 Apr 2019

Stormwater works to help reduce flooding harm on Waiheke

A multi-million dollar project to resolve ongoing drainage issues on Waiheke Island is planned to start in the next few months.

Sports / Leisure 12 Apr 2019

Volunteers celebrate 25 years at New Zealand Maritime Museum

Two men who share a love for the sea are celebrating their 25th year as volunteers at the New Zealand Maritime Museum.

Plans / Projects 11 Apr 2019

Food scraps composting project pioneered in Waitematā

A food scraps composting project is working to localise the waste network and create employment at the same time.

Arts 9 Apr 2019

New Auckland Art Gallery Director to focus on growth

Regional Facilities Auckland is pleased to announce the appointment of Kirsten Paisley as Director of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki.

Development 9 Apr 2019

New bridge planned for Wynyard Quarter

Wynyard Crossing pedestrian bridge that links the city centre to the waterfront with is expected to be replaced by a new, more reliable bridge.

Events

21 Mar 2026

Emily Karaka in conversation with Chelsea Winstanley

Join artist Emily Karaka in conversation with filmmaker Chelsea Winstanley as they discuss Emily’...

21 Mar 2026

Kelmarna Equinox Festival

Mark your calendars for our Equinox Festival on Saturday 21 March, a chance to come together to c...

21 Mar 2026

Telling Our Stories of Rice

The storytelling session will read-aloud storybooks on rice (creation stories and folk narratives...

21 Mar 2026 - 26 Mar 2026

Vector Lights for World of Cultures 2026

Gather with friends and whānau to watch Vector Lights from one of the many viewing spots around T...

21 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Kahukura tāwhana ki te rangi

Experience Te Ara I Whiti ablaze with a thrilling display by Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole in coll...

21 Mar 2026 - 03 Jul 2026

Enactment - Draunikau Hawthorn

Ritualists are those who hold their hand closest to the fire, those that perform a sacred duty to...

21 Feb 2026 - 22 Mar 2026

Marbled Clay on the Wheel

Create mesmerizing marbled ceramic vases and cups by combining contrasting coloured clay and shap...

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...