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18 May 2018

New chairs for local boards

At six local boards across Auckland, six board members are stepping up to become chairs.

Arts 17 May 2018

New artwork represents Auckland's original foreshore

A set of five bronze sculptures by artist Chris Bailey has been installed in downtown Auckland.

Cycling 14 May 2018

New warning lights to make Quay Street Cycleway safer

Smart studs on Quay Street will tell drivers when bike riders are approaching.

Community 11 May 2018

Advice cuts energy bills

Live Lightly advocates are visiting homes with advice on how to save money – and the planet.

Youth / Rangatahi 26 Apr 2018

Call for more safe zones for Rainbow Youth

An organisation working to increase the acceptance of gender and sexuality diversity is receiving increasing calls to widen its services.

Transport 24 Apr 2018

Barrier drivers get a break

There's support for an exemption for Great Barrier Island from the proposed regional fuel tax.

Environment 24 Apr 2018

Waiheke wages weed war

Waiheke Local Board is holding a weed drive so residents will be able to dump pest plants for free.

Cycling 23 Apr 2018

Call for safety focus

Waitematā Local Board Chair Pippa Coom says people should be able to use the city's transport network without fear of injury.

Events

22 Mar 2026

EcoFest: Make Art from Plants

Learn to create natural art tools and media sourced directly from the landscape.

22 Mar 2026

Sashiko: Traditional Japanese stitching & thimble making

Explore the history and cultural roots of Sashiko.

22 Mar 2026

Waiheke's World of Cultures Festival

Celebrate our diverse and unique cultural communities with food stalls, cultural performances, ar...

15 Feb 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Yoga and Art Immersion

These Hatha yoga classes will include warm-up stretching, building to stronger poses, flow balanc...

23 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Digital Drop-In at Little Leys

Drop in with a tech query for one-on-one coaching. Bring your digital devices and your questions,...

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Parnell Library Shared Reading Group

Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a...

24 Mar 2026

Auckland Central Genealogy group meeting

The Auckland City branch of the New Zealand Society of Genealogists holds its monthly meetings on...

26 Mar 2026

Chinese Food Day

Join us as talented chefs showcase their creativity, crafting dishes that delight both the palate...