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Cycling 17 May 2017

Lake Road improvements

Auckland Transport is looking at ways to improve travel reliability for anyone who uses Lake Road between Devonport and Esmonde Road on the North Shore.

Community 17 May 2017

Pioneering partnership for community facilities

A council committee has approved a potential partnership with Western Springs College which could set a precedent for cooperation between the council and schools across Auckland.

Heritage 17 May 2017

Britomart’s historic clock to get some TLC

The clock gracing the front of Britomart Station’s Chief Post Office will be removed soon and fixed by a specialist clock repairer in Auckland.

Transport 16 May 2017

City Rail Link: It’s almost tunnel time

The CRL has now entered the final stage of preparation works on Albert Street before tunnel construction works begin.

Arts 12 May 2017

Auckland Art Gallery now offering tours in Mandarin

The tours offer highlights across Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, including an introduction to the gallery’s art collection, Māori portraits and its award-winning building.

Environment 11 May 2017

Great Barrier Island applies for Dark Sky Sanctuary status

A Dark Sky Sanctuary must have an exceptional or distinguished quality of starry nights and a nocturnal environment, and is protected for its scientific, natural, or educational value, its cultural heritage and/or public enjoyment.

Parks / Outdoors 10 May 2017

Maintenance damage at Manukau Memorial Gardens

Auckland Council is investigating unacceptable work carried out by its maintenance contractors in the children’s area of Manukau Memorial Gardens this week.

Housing 9 May 2017

Building starts at the Hobsonville Point Airfields precinct

There will be 102 standalone and terrace homes built in stage one of the development.

Events

19 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Starry Storytime

These autumn school holidays, we have special parent and baby sessions where we will be reading F...

18 Apr 2024 - 04 May 2024

ScatterGun: After the Death of Rūaumoko

Multi-award-winning artist Ana Chaya Scotney (Ngai Tūhoe) delivers a joyful solo performance, whi...

16 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

St Heliers Library April School Holiday Programme

Join us for fun activities at St Heliers Library during Autumn school holiday.

16 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Upcycled Fashion with The ReCreators

Learn about the fashion trends in Aotearoa and create your own upcycled fashion.

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Allan Brewster Leisure Centre School Holiday Programme

Drop off your kids for a full day of fun activities where each day brings something new.

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

April School Holiday Art Programme - Mairangi Arts Centre

The talented tutors will be offering a wide range of classes in painting, drawing, clay and mixed...

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

April School Holidays at Sandringham

The free programme includes arts & crafts, outdoor play, games, baking and movies for kids aged 5...

15 Apr 2024 - 26 Apr 2024

Autumn School Holidays at Stardome

Join us for a planetarium show + rocket launching.