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Cultural 20 Sep 2023

Te reo classes connect communities on Aotea

Free Māori language classes on Aotea are being funded by the local board.

Environment 14 Sep 2023

Sipping sustainability: Aotea / Great Barrier pioneers single-use cup revolution

Aotea/ Great Barrier is aiming to be the first place in New Zealand to eliminate single-use takeaway cups.

Community 14 Sep 2023

Plant swap stall helps you dig Parnell Festival of Roses

Green fingered plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to grow their own collections at this year’s Parnell Festival of Roses, thanks to a unique stall.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Sep 2023

Midtown Street Party celebrates an area building character through renewal    

On Thursday 28 September the inaugural Midtown Street Party is coming to Elliott, Albert, Victoria, Wellesley, Darby and Queen Streets, and along the historic Strand Arcade - from 6pm to 9pm.

Development 14 Sep 2023

Work programme supports Waiheke wairua

More than $11 million could be spent on community programmes and projects across the motu in the coming years thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Educational 13 Sep 2023

Immersive cultural and environmental education space on the waterfront opens to the public

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council have partnered to deliver Te Wharekura, a project which celebrates the cultural richness of Te Waitematā, and aims to inspire its protection.

Theatre / Performance 11 Sep 2023

The stage is set for Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out Finals Showcase

Get ready for an electrifying display of talent as the Finals Showcase of Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out kicks off on 23 September at Auckland Town Hall!

Community 31 Aug 2023

Call to halt caulerpa’s spread in Waiheke waters supported by board

Auckland boaters are being asked to stay away from areas of the Waiheke coastline following the discovery of invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa.

Events

05 Jul 2024

Tales by Twilight | Leys Institute Little Library

Put on your pyjamas or onesie and join us for an evening of stories, music and dancing with milk...

05 Jul 2024 - 06 Jul 2024

Badjelly the Witch Glow Show

Badjelly the Witch, the much-loved, utterly loony Spike Milligan classic, is this year’s Glow Show!

05 Jul 2024 - 06 Jul 2024

Vector Lights for Rainbow Auckland 40th Anniversary

Watch the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge dazzle in rainbow colours from 6pm until midnight.

04 Jul 2024 - 06 Jul 2024

bad apple presents: future ANCESTORS

future ANCESTORS is a three-night showcase of ideas, poetry and dance, from queer Māori and Pasif...

04 Jul 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Free Guided Museum Tours

Our experienced guides have a rich wealth of knowledge across all aspects of maritime history and...

03 Jul 2024 - 14 Jul 2024

Doc Edge Film Festival 2024

Doc Edge brings together a compelling selection of films and immersive projects that delve into t...

02 Jul 2024 - 06 Jul 2024

The Tiwhas: Matariki Spectacular

Āotearoa's favourite drag girl group, The Tiwhas, present A Matariki Spectacular!

29 Jun 2024 - 06 Jul 2024

An Intimate Evening with Tabitha Booth

Join lounge singer Tabitha Booth for an intimate evening of unhinged comedy like no other.