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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.

30 Aug 2016

Ports working hard for Auckland

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

Transport 24 Aug 2016

Central Auckland’s dramatic transformation

July and August were important months for the development of Auckland’s city centre.

Cultural 15 Aug 2016

Surprises from the depths of St James

It wasn’t as salubrious a part of Auckland as it is today; it would have been pretty rough

Community 3 Aug 2016

Opening up Newmarket's Teed Street

Teed Street will receive an urban design upgrade, as part of the wider Newmarket Laneways Streetscape Improvement Project.

Cycling 29 Jul 2016

10,000 trips on Quay Street cycleway in less than three weeks

Where is everyone? Quay Street, it seems: more than 10,000 cycle trips have been made on the Quay Street cycleway since it opened almost three weeks ago.

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.

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.

Events

15 Dec 2025 - 28 Feb 2026

Ako Hoe Waka

Paddle together and experience the thrill of waka on Auckland’s waterways.

14 Dec 2025 - 29 Mar 2026

Kiwi Bubble Soccer

Bounce, roll, and have a blast in this hilarious bubble soccer session.

13 Dec 2025 - 01 Mar 2026

Girls Skate

Build confidence and skills on your board in a supportive, fun space.

13 Dec 2025 - 28 Mar 2026

Cardboard Play

Let your imagination run wild with giant cardboard creations and creative challenges.

20 Sep 2025 - 19 Jul 2026

Artland by Do Ho Suh & children

The installation features imaginative creatures and fantastical landscapes including Noodlegrass,...

17 Sep 2025 - 07 Mar 2026

Lupe I Vao Ese

This exhibition centres indigenous ways of knowing and being. Rather than presenting measina as r...

01 Sep 2025 - 31 Aug 2026

The Lightship

In a time marked by cost-of-living pressures and mental health concerns, The Lightship offers an...

20 Feb 2026

Street Fest

Get ready for rails, ramps, and raw adrenaline as skateboarding collides with street art in a ful...