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CRL to double the number of people able to reach Auckland city centre by public transport within 30 minutes
‘CRL makes the best-connected part of Auckland even better-connected.’
Te Ara I Whiti celebrates 10 years as art, transport and infrastructure triumph
Te Ara I Whiti – The Lightpath celebrates its tenth anniversary on 3 December 2025.
Giant advent calendars, markets, music and more sparkle in the city centre
In a first for New Zealand if not the world, five giant neon columns shine in a magical festive pathway along Queen Street.
Queen Street becomes a magical pathway of festive light
Kids can phone an elf, shine selfie pics on the sun, make a seagull squawk, witness Santa’s workshop and more. Don’t miss 2025’s new promenade of festive fun.
Midtown is on the move as major upgrades progress
Buses return to Albert Street, construction progresses along Wellesley Street, and the final stages of the wastewater and streetscape upgrades, ahead of the CRL opening in 2026.
Uncover what makes Queen Street come alive
It’s the coveted spot in New Zealand’s Monopoly boardgame. It’s New Zealand’s premier street. It fires up the passion of Aucklanders. It’s a dynamic place. And the lower end of Queen Street is all shiny and new and ready for you to visit.
Top 10 urban delights of Karangahape Road
Welcome to the free spirit of Auckland’s city centre. Edgy, diverse and authentic, Karangahape Road is now an uber-modern, smoothly functioning street.
Wynyard Quarter artwork Waka Moana blends Māori artistry with contemporary technology
Vision for a continuous network of publicly accessible green spaces moves closer with the arrival of new artwork.
Beresford Square reopens after six years, marking another step in CRL transformation
Beresford Square has reopened after almost six years tucked away behind construction hoardings, giving Aucklanders back a refreshed public space at the doorstep of Karanga-a-Hape Station
Haere rā Britomart, kia ora Waitematā Station
From 21 September, Auckland’s downtown train station will officially be known as Waitematā Station, retiring the Britomart name.
Neon art, an interactive game and live performances celebrate te reo Māori in city centre
“The call was made in September 1972 for the recognition and revitalisation of te reo Māori.”
Auckland’s regenerated city centre is beamed to 90 countries
“Tāmaki Makaurau is a stunning character in its own right.”
The art of Maungawhau Station
“Having visibility of Māori art in our city is important. Ten years ago it wasn’t obvious. It couldn’t be seen. I can see Māori live here now.”
New midtown ‘green link’ edges closer, as next part of Victoria Street cycleway opens
“Construction fences around these midtown works are diminishing and the quality of design and careful staging of the renewal are visible.”
Take 10 opens a safe late-night space in central Tāmaki Makaurau
New pilot initiative to keep rangatahi safe on nights out in Auckland's city centre from 18 July.
Whai shines 3D light on Māori string game at Silo Park
Whai is a captivating light-based artwork by Janine Williams, suspended and intertwined across the Gantry at Silo Park until 5 October.
