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Development 5 Sep 2016

Virtual garage project opens in Auckland

Auckland is set to become a world leader in augmented and virtual reality development (AR/VR) thanks to the opening of the AR/VR Garage in Eden Terrace.

Arts 1 Sep 2016

Watch: Auckland's top teen singers

Irene Folau of Aorere College was judged the winner of the hotly contested solo vocal category at Friday night’s final of Stand Up, Stand Out 2016 (SUSO).

Playgrounds 30 Aug 2016

Revamped playground a hit with kids

Ōrākei Local Board has celebrated completion of its sixth playground upgrade this term.

30 Aug 2016

Ports working hard for Auckland

It’s been a successful year for Auckland Council-owned company Ports of Auckland.

Walkways 30 Aug 2016

Wairau Valley wetland and shared path open

A $2.2m council project delivering an improved wetland area, park space and sustainable transport links in Wairau was opened to the public.

Transport 30 Aug 2016

New signs to warn overheight trucks at Penrose

An improved warning system has been installed on Auckland's Southern Motorway to reduce the number of high vehicles crashing into Penrose Bridge.

Community 28 Aug 2016

Housing for older Aucklanders - Marion's story

With the announcement that Auckland Council is going to redevelop housing for older Aucklanders, we meet some of the people who live in the villages.

Environment 27 Aug 2016

Plans for a predator-free Devonport

Auckland Council's biodiversity, local parks, biosecurity and maunga authority teams are working with the Department of Conservation, the navy and the community to eliminate predators on the Devonport Peninsula.

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Iliza Shlesinger

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03 May 2025

Stained glass light catchers

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17 May 2025

Waste Free Kitchen: Being Creative with Leftovers

Making the most of the food we have helps save money and is better for the environment.

17 May 2025 - 18 May 2025

Baby Expo

Discover all you need to know for you, your pregnancy or your young child.

26 May 2025

Creative Talks 2025

Each event explores what goes on behind the scenes to create their unique art.

29 May 2025 - 06 Jun 2025

La bohème

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