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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.

Transport 5 Apr 2019

Local feedback makes a better bus network for Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island is getting a new bus network from Sunday 13 October 2019.

Environment 4 Apr 2019

Algae bloom at Great Barrier's Kaitoke Creek not a health risk

Auckland Council has been investigating reports of an algae bloom and dead fish washed up in Kaitoke Creek.

Community 4 Apr 2019

New timeline for Aotea Great Barrier Island area plan

Public consultation on a draft area plan for Aotea Great Barrier will now take place mid-year and not April as previously advertised.

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22 Jul 2026 - 09 Sep 2026

Life Drawing 101

You will develop drawings that convey a sense of flow and life, as well as the weight of 3D form.

23 Jul 2026 - 02 Aug 2026

Every Kind of Weather

One iconic playwright. Two plays. One unmissable event.

23 Jul 2026 - 10 Sep 2026

Realistic drawing and portrait oil painting class

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24 Jul 2026

Reconnecting with enchantment

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24 Jul 2026 - 25 Sep 2026

Drop-in Ceramic Studio

Join us on Fridays to work independently in our fully equipped ceramics studio.

25 Jul 2026

Harakeke Surface Making

This workshop introduces you to making harakeke paper surfaces through a simple, accessible process.

25 Jul 2026

Opera in Concert: Madama Butterfly

A superb cast brings this devastating story to life. Stunning soprano Erika Grimaldi returns to s...

25 Jul 2026

Taonga Pūoro Wānanga

A wānanga exploring taonga pūoro as a way to acknowledge Matariki - reflecting on what has been a...