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Waitematā & Gulf Ward

Waitematā & Gulf Ward News

Akl Paths 14 Jun 2024

A short walk away from the harbour, you'll discover 10 leafy green spaces

We are nurturing more natural spaces for you to enjoy - check out our city centre parks

Transport 10 Jun 2024

Share your voice on the future of Waiheke transport

Waiheke residents are being called to share their voice on the future of Auckland’s transport.

City Centre Waterfront 10 Jun 2024

VIDEO: opera soared from the historic Strand Arcade bridges

If you missed Opera in the Strand here's a taste.

Transport 31 May 2024

Seal of approval for Motairehe Road

What was once a bumpy ride has been smoothed by a seal extension on Motairehe Road

Community 31 May 2024

From counselling to student radio – a variety of grants awarded

More than 40 successful grant applicants are progressing initiatives to benefit the community through Waitematā Local Board's grant programme

Community 15 May 2024

Funding goes to a range of projects on the motu

Thirteen successful grant applicants have been allocated funding at Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board's April business meeting.

City Centre Waterfront 7 May 2024

Midtown erupts into song this May for New Zealand Music Month

New Zealand Music Month is spilling into the streets, squares and laneways of Tāmaki Makaurau this autumn.

Community 6 May 2024

Board grants help at local level

Over $30,000 was allocated to community groups in the Waiheke Local Board’s April grants round.

Waitematā & Gulf Ward Events

20 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Matariki ki MOTAT

It features digitally animated artwork by Huriana Kopeke-Te Aho (Tūhoe, Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaat...

21 Jun 2025

Matariki After Dark | Matariki i te Pō

Savour delicious hāngī and refreshments, enjoy live music and performances, and participate in ha...

21 Jun 2025

Painting with Oneone (soil)

Come along to this art workshop taught by Stacey Noel and learn how to create pigments from oneon...

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

He Kakano

Immerse and reflect in a zone of contemplation and connection, exploring ngā toi / creative pract...

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

Ipu Whenua – Kōrero and Clay Creations

Create through a combination of contemporary and traditional practices, an ipu whenua (land vesse...

21 Jun 2025 - 22 Jun 2025

Te Hanga Waka: Crafting a waka

Join Percy Vos, for a unique opportunity to witness the carving of a waka in real time.

21 Jun 2025 - 05 Jul 2025

Whakamahere ki te wai – A charting of our freshwater ways in central Auckland

Explore the history of waterways in the city via stops at central hub locations, and end your jou...

21 Jun 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Taniwha besties ride or die

The exhibition showcases both cherished pieces from the past and new creations to welcome the arr...