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Exhibition 30 Nov 2015

Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Papakura

From its thriving town centre, historic Hawkins Theatre and art galleries, to the rural area of Karaka, which is famous for its thoroughbred industry, Papakura has a perfect mix of town and country.

Environment 30 Nov 2015

Parks go smokefree in Upper Harbour

Upper Harb​our Local Board has moved to make its 10 most popular local parks and reserves smokefree.

Sports / Leisure 27 Nov 2015

Zoo tales: Rotoroa field trips

In this week’s Zoo tales, Auckland Zoo’s Rotoroa Island education officer Brian takes us on a field trip (with orca and kiwi!) and tells us why wildlife education is important as well as fun.

Beaches 27 Nov 2015

Driving permits for some west coast beaches

Recognising that driving on the beach is very different from driving on the road, the council has a permit system in place for people wanting to drive on the very popular Muriwai and Kariotahi beaches.

Plans / Projects 26 Nov 2015

North Rodney council proposed

The Northern Action Group (NAG) has applied to the Local Government Commission to create a North Rodney Unitary Council.

Beaches 24 Nov 2015

Karekare Surf Lifesaving Club enters the drone zone

A surveillance drone will help save lives at Karekare.

Arts 24 Nov 2015

Five years of progress in Ōtara-Papatoetoe

With Auckland Council recently reaching its fifth anniversary, we take a closer look at the local progress in Ōtara, Manukau and Papatoetoe.

Community 24 Nov 2015

Ōrākei Community Patrol celebrates milestone

The Ōrākei Community Patrol has celebrated an important milestone in its goal to provide greater safety for the Ōrākei suburb.

Events

03 Oct 2024

Morris Dancing Workshop

Learn about traditions such as wassailing, watch live Morris dancing and hear about its origins –...

03 Oct 2024

Onehunga's Then and Now Walk

This walk reflects the general history and changes to the area, highlighted with personal memorie...

03 Oct 2024

Peter Rabbit - October Holiday Film Showing

Join us for the this film showing of Peter Rabbit.

03 Oct 2024

Sustainable Conservation of Pacific Art and Heritage

The talk explores some of these items, their meanings, and sustainable conservation methods for P...

03 Oct 2024 - 05 Oct 2024

K Road Herstory Walking Tour

This includes where our herstory overlaps and intertwines with rainbow+ queer communities.

03 Oct 2024 - 06 Oct 2024

Discover Howick Village

Discover more about your city on a tour through the Howick Village area.

03 Oct 2024 - 10 Oct 2024

Howick Room Open Day

This is a special opportunity to visit a display of unique historical artefacts, newspapers, and...

03 Oct 2024 - 10 Oct 2024

Port of Auckland Bus Tours

Join the Port of Auckland team for a behind-the-scenes tour of the port.