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Waitematā & Gulf Ward

Waitematā & Gulf Ward News

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.

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Plenty of life at Symonds Street Cemetery

In May, Waitematā Local Board will celebrate the opening of upgraded paths and new walking trails at the Symonds Street cemetery.

Cycling 18 Apr 2016

Grafton Bridge taxi trial to end

Auckland Transport has decided to stop the Grafton Bridge taxi trial and return Grafton Bridge to a bus lane only between the hours of 7am and 7pm.

Transport 18 Apr 2016

Changes for downtown bus services

Some bus services in downtown Auckland have changed.

Waitematā & Gulf Ward Events

19 Feb 2025 - 02 Aug 2025

Other Worlds: an exhibition by Auckland Council Libraries

Enjoy seeing early editions of your favourite works and be inspired to find your next read.

01 Jun 2025

Talking Culture - Photobook Sunday

Come along to see presentations from NZ artists/photographers, who have published or are in the p...

01 Jun 2025 - 05 Jun 2025

Vector Lights for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month 2025

Vector Lights is shining a light for Bowel Cancer Awareness Month.

01 Jun 2025 - 29 Jun 2025

June Make Days - Seamonster Suckers

Dive into the deep and create your very own tentacle pendant to take home.

29 May 2025 - 06 Jun 2025

La bohème

Join Mimi, Rodolfo, Marcello, Musetta and the rest as they’re joined by the NZ Opera Chorus and s...

16 Feb 2025 - 07 Dec 2025

Yoga and Art Immersion

The hour-long Hatha yoga classes we offer will include warm-up stretching, building to stronger p...

02 Jun 2025 - 15 Jun 2025

Sustain - Embrace the Unknown - Petra Leary

Petra Leary's outstanding aerial work, created by technical and creative talent are a totally uni...

28 Apr 2025 - 02 Jun 2025

Throw and pinch

Through demonstrations and hands-on learning, you'll have fun experimenting with clay and discove...