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Pools 24 Sep 2024

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.

Development 24 Sep 2024

Te Ara I Whiti - The Lightpath glows with kindness this Art Week

In an algorithm-meets-art collaboration, artist Shannon Novak and iion have programmed Te Ara I Whiti - The Lightpath to deliver happiness for Art Week.

Community 13 Sep 2024

Aotea youth voice represented

Auckland Council has a Youth Advisory Panel, and Aotea-born Taimarino Cleave is part of it.

Development 6 Sep 2024

Greening of Te Hā Noa begins as 11 native trees and 900 plants arrive in Victoria Street

Project steps closer to first-stage completion in late October.

Environment 30 Aug 2024

Help decide our shoreline's future

Give feedback on the draft Shoreline Adaptation Plan for Aotea Great Barrier and Hauraki Gulf Islands.

Community 30 Aug 2024

Engaging with Waitematā Local Board

From observing local workshops to talking to elected members. How can you get involved?

Pest plants 21 Aug 2024

Understanding exotic caulerpa around Aotea

Recent exotic caulerpa surveillance around Aotea gives insight into the extent of the pest seaweed.

Zero Waste 19 Jul 2024

Upskilling community groups and another step towards zero waste

Find out about new projects being funded by the Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board.

Events

01 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025

He piko he taniwha

Kahurangiariki Smith’s whakapapa to Ngāti Rangiwewehi connects her to two taniwha, Pekehaua and H...

01 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025

Yarn for Pride

Visit Karangahape Road any time during February 2025 to see pride on full display and yarn style.

01 Feb 2025 - 01 Mar 2025

Polaroid wall of pride

This simple installation showcases the diversity, integration, and support within our community,...

31 Jan 2025 - 19 Feb 2025

Lunar New Year light boxes: Food & festivities

Experience the vibrant talents of local artists illuminated in lightboxes in the heart of Midtown.

26 Jan 2025 - 16 Feb 2025

Chubby Women sculpture exhibition

These light-hearted, body-positive sculptures of voluptuous women - reminiscent of masterpieces b...

26 Jan 2025 - 22 Feb 2025

Giant lucky cat sculpture

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

23 Jan 2025 - 20 Feb 2025

Ang sininang bulawan (the golden dress)

Curated by Marc Conaco, this exhibition pays tribute to the divinity of queer ancestors.

23 Jan 2025 - 20 Feb 2025

Bîn-Bāng, a backward dreaming

Join us for this exciting event at Studio One Toi Tū.