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First section of redesigned Victoria Street opens with fresh feel and function
The first section of a redesigned Victoria Street - from Elliott Street to Queen Street - has opened to the public.

Board approves Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park plan
Waiheke is about to have a plan in place for the future management of the popular Rangihoua Reserve and Onetangi Sports Park.


Should Waiheke's Esplanade Path be closed to private vehicles?
Waiheke residents are being called to give feedback on a proposal to close a section of the Esplanade Path to vehicles this month.

Pictures tell the story of our city centre’s transformation
“A city is an ever-changing process, more like a garden.”

Watercare begins preliminary work to futureproof the city centre’s wastewater infrastructure
Three midtown sites are being prepared and shafts are being built, ready for a tunnel boring machine to be lowered into the ground in 2025.

Art Week brings brush strokes of the unexpected from 4 to 13 October
A ten-day diary of must-see happenings in Auckland’s city centre.

Decision on Olympic Pool lease made
Waitematā Local Board has agreed to the extension of Olympic Pool and Fitness Limited's (OPFL) lease to manage the Olympic Pool and Fitness Centre in Newmarket until November 2034, subject to statutory processes.
Events

Chubby Women sculpture exhibition
These light-hearted, body-positive sculptures of voluptuous women - reminiscent of masterpieces b...

Giant lucky cat sculpture
Take a selfie and welcome in good luck and prosperity for everyone for the Lunar New Year.

Ang sininang bulawan (the golden dress)
Curated by Marc Conaco, this exhibition pays tribute to the divinity of queer ancestors.

Bîn-Bāng, a backward dreaming
Join us for this exciting event at Studio One Toi Tū.


Modern Women: Flight of Time
This exhibition highlights the leading role women artists have played in shaping the development...

Vector Lights for BNZ Auckland Lantern Festival 2025
Watch as the bridge lights up with lanterns floating into the night sky.

Throw it down 2.0
This course will cover throwing lidded jars, bowls and vases.