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Arts 27 Jul 2016

Precious cargo lands safely on Queens Wharf

The shell of ‘The Lighthouse’ by Michael Parekowhai was lifted into position on Queens Wharf.

Arts 27 Jul 2016

The story behind a well-known sculpture

Watch a video about the history of 'Opened Stone', which once stood outside the city's art gallery.

Community 27 Jul 2016

Manurewa’s volunteers recognised

Manurewa’s unsung heroes – its volunteers – were the stars of the show at the recent Manurewa Local Board Community Volunteer Awards.

Plans / Projects 27 Jul 2016

St James Theatre restoration gets a boost  

Auckland Council has approved funding towards the restoration of Queen Street’s St James Theatre.

Community 26 Jul 2016

How to reduce your local ecological footprint

A sustainability initiative is encouraging communities to form 'eco-neighbourhoods' to reduce their ecological footprint.

Sports / Leisure 26 Jul 2016

Help for Korean leisure customers

Sunju Park’s smiling face is often the first thing people see when they walk into Auckland Council’s Takapuna Pool and Leisure Centre.

Environment 25 Jul 2016

Recycling roll-out picks up pace

In July more than 210,000 households in north and west Auckland moved to the same recycling service as other parts of the region.

Community 21 Jul 2016

Nautilus repairs impact Orewa Library and car park

The Hibiscus and Bays Local Board have agreed subject to certain conditions to grant landowner approval and a license to occupy part of the Orewa Library car park for repairs to the Nautilus building.

Events

12 Feb 2025

Mile High Comedy Club

Join us for a one-night-only show in the Aviation Hall with four fierce comedians who know how to...

12 Feb 2025

Pride Poetry - Speakeasy open mic

Come along to read your work, to listen and enjoy in a welcoming queer word nest.

12 Feb 2025

Tangyuan cooking class

Learn how to make tangyuan, sweet rice dumplings traditionally enjoyed during the last day of the...

12 Feb 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Minecraft club at Whangaparāoa Library

Bring your Minecraft loaded device and have fun making friends, sharing tips and tricks, and shar...

12 Feb 2025 - 10 Dec 2025

Waiheke Local Board Community Forum

Community Forum is an open meeting which provides an opportunity for individuals and community or...

11 Feb 2025 - 16 Feb 2025

Vector Lights for BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival 2025

Watch as the bridge lights up with lanterns floating into the night sky.

05 Feb 2025 - 12 Mar 2025

Throw it down

You'll practice creating various domestic shapes, including plates, bowls, and cylinders.

05 Feb 2025 - 26 Mar 2025

Watercolour Wednesday

Kids will explore the wonderful world of watercolours through exciting and creative projects.