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Waitematā & Gulf Ward

Waitematā & Gulf Ward News

Community 16 Jun 2016

Sounds of hope from homeless

An Auckland band has helped bring life-changing outcomes for its homeless members.

Development 2 Jun 2016

A suitably skewed solution

Ever wondered why 135 Albert Street is at such an odd angle to the road?

Kids / Family 27 May 2016

Have you tried the piano stairs?

Aotea Square has been filled with music recently as piano stairs were installed on the steps of the Aotea Centre.

Arts 18 May 2016

Watch: Heroic effort to save 50s mosaic underway

Work is underway to preserve a large mosaic that many Aucklanders will remember from the foyer of the former Odeon Theatre on Queen Street.

Plans / Projects 13 May 2016

Committee lobbies for greater power on begging

An update on begging in the central city has been presented to council’s Regulatory and Bylaws Committee, along with possible actions to help reduce nuisance begging.

Plans / Projects 9 May 2016

Update on nuisance begging in the central city

An update on begging in the city is being presented to tomorrow’s Regulatory and Bylaws Committee.

Environment 7 May 2016

Keeping kiwi safe on our pest-free Gulf islands

Auckland’s Motutapu Island has welcomed some new arrivals recently, as five kiwi have been introduced to the pest-free island.

Development 2 May 2016

Franklin Road set for makeover

Auckland Transport has released preliminary designs for the upgrade of Franklin Road.

Waitematā & Gulf Ward Events

12 May 2025 - 15 May 2025

Vector Lights for Road Safety Week 2025

Vector Lights on the Auckland Harbour Bridge will shine bright yellow for Road Safety Week.

29 Apr 2025 - 03 Jun 2025

Future Potters Club

Designed to spark imagination, our classes offer a chance to make one-of-a-kind pottery while dev...

29 Apr 2025 - 03 Jun 2025

Throw it down remix

Learn to throw on the wheel, refine your technique, and take on new challenges.

29 Apr 2025 - 17 Jun 2025

Adult Learning | Observational Life-drawing

Join us in the studio to flex your creative skills in a friendly, inspiring, hands-on learning en...

29 Apr 2025 - 17 Jun 2025

Evening Yoga and Art Immersion

This after-work class offer a unique opportunity to stretch, balance and unwind in a serene setti...

29 Apr 2025 - 17 Jun 2025

Portrait Drawing 101

By the end, you will be able to capture portraits with confidence, speed and efficiency.

29 Apr 2025 - 24 Jun 2025

Drop-in Print Studio

Come along and work independently in our printmaking studio.

24 Mar 2025 - 16 Dec 2025

Wriggle and Rhyme - Parnell Library

A fun interactive session of songs, stories and bubbles for babies and toddlers.