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Sports / Leisure 31 Jan 2017

Explore the northern Waitematā Harbour

Upper Harbour Local Board is encouraging residents to explore their blue backyard this summer.

31 Jan 2017

Fukuoka Friendship Garden to bloom again

The restored Fukuoka Friendship Garden is scheduled to open in autumn at its new location in Western Springs Lakeside Park.

Transport 31 Jan 2017

Machine giants keep City Rail Link works on track

‘Valerie’ the tunnel boring machine and ‘Gomer’ the piling rig are making excellent progress on the CRL construction.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Explore Matakana by bike

Get outside this summer and take a ride north of the city with the Matakana trails ride to Omaha and Point Wells.

Arts 31 Jan 2017

The Lighthouse nears completion

Details will be announced soon for a ceremony to celebrate the opening of Michael Parekowhai's artwork on Queens Wharf.

Beaches 31 Jan 2017

Karekare Beach named among world's best

Karekare Beach on Auckland’s west coast has been named the second-best beach in the world by Passport Magazine, a gay travel publication.

Community 31 Jan 2017

Upcycling initiative goes from strength to strength

TAT Upcycle creates planter boxes and furniture from heat-treated, chemical-free pallet wood that would otherwise end up in the waste stream.

Community 18 Jan 2017

Waterview’s new playground opens

Waterview's exciting new playground is now open.

Events

21 Jun 2025 - 17 Jul 2025

Ngā Hua o Te Ara – Raranga Weaving Exhibition, curated by Louise Davis

This exhibition reflects the unity and renewal central to Matariki, offering a free opportunity f...

21 Jun 2025 - 02 Aug 2025

Matariki Sacred Waters

An exhibition by Jimmy James Kouratoras in the Steel Gallery at Franklin Arts Centre.

20 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Dinosaur Nights & Lights

This exciting and unique night-time Zoo offering is an opportunity to experience the Track’s stun...

20 Jun 2025 - 13 Jul 2025

Matariki ki MOTAT

It features digitally animated artwork by Huriana Kopeke-Te Aho (Tūhoe, Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaat...

20 Jun 2025 - 20 Jul 2025

Aotea Square Ice Rink

Auckland’s favourite winter tradition returns – transforming Aotea Square into a magical ice-skat...

14 Jun 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Iwa

The exhibition Iwa takes inspiration from the nine stars of Matariki, with nine ringatoi Māori in...

14 Jun 2025 - 26 Jul 2025

Ruaruawhetū – Weaving Design Celebrating the Stars

This exhibition features individual and collectively produced raranga (weaving) from 16 artists.

13 Jun 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

Matariki Waterfall - Community Art Installation

Share a word, memory or thought about your connection to water on the back of the water droplets...