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Community 24 Feb 2017

Upcycling at the Tip Stop Shop

Next time you visit Great Barrier Island don't forget to grab a bargain at the Aotea Community Upcycle Centre in Claris, affectionately known by locals as the Tip Stop Shop.

Environment 22 Feb 2017

Kauri dieback ambassadors spreading the word

A team of ambassadors will be out in force in the Waitākeres this summer raising awareness about kauri dieback and teaching people how to stop it.

Arts 22 Feb 2017

Explore Auckland Art Gallery with Google Maps

You can now explore Auckland Art Gallery without leaving home, thanks to the Museum View feature from Google.

Plans / Projects 9 Feb 2017

The City Rail Link: from 1923 to 2023

Emerging Auckland's City Rail Link timeline details the progress of Auckland's most important transport priority from its inception in 2008 to -- all going well -- its completion around 2023.

Kids / Family 7 Feb 2017

La Cigale market adds Britomart branch

If weekend markets are your go-to for fresh produce and exotic extras, then you are in for a treat.

Environment 3 Feb 2017

Council trials smart rubbish bin

Panuku Development Auckland is trialling a clever bin that can compress rubbish and send an alert when it needs to be emptied.

Transport 3 Feb 2017

Largest City Rail Link tender process starts

Tender documents have been released for the largest component of the project – the construction of the tunnels and new stations.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Watch: Britomart's temporary entrance goes up

See Auckland Transport's time lapse video of the new temporary Britomart entrance being constructed.

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24 Feb 2024 - 23 Nov 2024

Chinese Shared Reading

Come along to connect with other participants and share your thoughts over a cup of coffee/tea in...

29 Sep 2024 - 08 Oct 2024

Symonds Street Cemetery Tour

Join a free 2-hour tour of Symonds Street Cemetery, Auckland’s oldest burial ground with 15,000 g...

29 Sep 2024 - 12 Oct 2024

Rangitoto Island bach museum open day

Ferry to Rangitoto Island to see 34 historic baches from the 1920s and 30s, enjoy tea, and hear t...

29 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

A Walking Tour of Historic Jewish Auckland

Visit 21 sites of historical significance on this intriguing walk.

29 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Engineering New Zealand Heritage Walks

Take an intriguing walk through our city's engineering past with stories of buildings and notable...

01 Sep 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Make Days at the Maritime Museum | Seabird badges

Who’s your favourite squawky superhero? Make your very own seabird badge by the sea! 

25 Aug 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Kids Learn 2 Ride

A great way for your child to try out some different bikes provided by the team and get riding.

30 Sep 2024 - 10 Oct 2024

Hidden Gems of the Inner City

Join a FREE 2-hour Queen Street tour of marble lobbies, murals, and quirky stories!