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Development 2 Dec 2015

Wynyard Quarter shows the way in sustainable building

The push to make Wynyard Quarter one of the greenest and smartest urban precincts in the country is on track.

Development 30 Nov 2015

Lysaght Building lights up GridAKL innovation precinct

GridAKL opened in 2014, and is entering an exciting new phase.

Environment 24 Nov 2015

Clean record at Westhaven Marina 

Westhaven Marina has been re-certified under the Clean Marina programme.

Sports / Leisure 24 Nov 2015

Watch: Auckland welcomes the All Blacks

Highlights from the All Blacks' triumphant arrival in Auckland.

Arts 18 Nov 2015

Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre to pop up in Auckland

William Shakespeare’s famous Globe Theatre will rise again – in Auckland.

Beaches 29 Oct 2015

Government urged to protect our marine environment

On October 29 Auckland Council approved its submission to the government on the areas proposed to be offered for petroleum exploration permit applications in 2016.

Community 28 Oct 2015

Running for Auckland Council?

Want to be more directly involved in decisions that will help make Auckland a great place to live? Consider running as a candidate in the next council elections.

Community 27 Oct 2015

Spotlight on our neighbourhoods – Great Barrier Island

Picturesque Great Barrier Island is the perfect weekend escape from Auckland city.

Events

03 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Low-sensory hours

Every Tuesday morning 10am–12pm, our current exhibition is set to a low-sensory experience, with...

27 Jan 2026 - 31 Mar 2026

Drop in print studio

Come along and work independently in our printmaking studio

11 Feb 2026

Pride Poetry Speakeasy & Open Mic 2026

Samesame but Different Queer Writer’s Festival presents the 2026 PRIDE Poetry Speakeasy and Open...

04 Feb 2026 - 11 Mar 2026

In Mud We Trust

Whether you’re aiming to become a Mud Master or simply looking to relax after a long day, this si...

14 Jan 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Wriggle and Rhyme

Bring your babies and toddlers to a fun half hour filled with music, movement and a little bit of...

12 Feb 2026

Poetry Takeover

A vibrant, multi-sensory spoken word experience celebrating Tāmaki Makaurau’s diverse poetry comm...

12 Feb 2026

Sketching: Auckland without End

Experiment with different mark-making approaches and use drawing as a way of thinking, noticing a...

12 Feb 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Rhymetime at the Central Library

Join our Rhymetime sessions with songs, movement and finger rhymes for pre-schoolers and their ca...