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Community 11 Jun 2020

Matariki Festival: Sky's the limit

Auckland's Matariki Festival is a chance to experience something new.

Cultural 11 Jun 2020

Stars come out to play for Matariki Festival 2019

Matariki Festival 2019 starts on 22 June and runs until 14 July in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Educational 11 Jun 2020

Matariki Diary: Community Centres

As we head into the final week of Matariki Festival 2019, check out these great events near you.

Arts 11 Jun 2020

Matariki Festival Diary: Kids

Check out the best events for kids in Matariki Festival 2019.

Cultural 11 Jun 2020

Matariki Festival Diary: Highlights

We've picked out some of the highlights coming up in Matariki Festival 2019.

14-24 year olds 11 Jun 2020

Matariki Festival Diary: Light

Check out this selection of special, light themed events taking place during Matariki Festival 2019.

Libraries 10 Jun 2020

Aucklanders flock back to libraries to borrow over half a million items

Since re-opening, customers eager to refresh their reading material after lockdown have kept library staff busy restocking shelves.

Community 29 May 2020

Welcome back, we’ve missed you!

Auckland Council buildings and facilities are reopening, and Aucklanders are thrilled to be back at their local libraries, youth centres, swimming pools and other community venues

Environment 26 May 2020

Ambitious goals for ailing Hauraki Gulf

The Hauraki Gulf Forum yesterday adopted an updated set of ambitious goals for the Gulf.

Libraries 26 May 2020

On the job hunt? Get ahead of the pack with Auckland Council Libraries’ free resources

Free resources and services to help with your job search from Auckland Council Libraries.

Beaches 14 May 2020

Co-Chairs to lead Hauraki Gulf Forum

Hauraki Gulf Forum appoints co-chairs to lead the way.

Community 23 Apr 2020

The people of People's Panel: Rachael

OurAuckland talks to Rachel about being a Peoples Panel member

Community 2 Apr 2020

Consultation confirms action on climate change is a critical issue for Tāmaki Makaurau

Auckland Council responds to consultation feedback on climate action.

Community 19 Mar 2020

Students create colourful murals for pest free trailer

A colourful trailer, decorated by three local students attending three different Enviro schools, will stand out in the local community.

Food / Drink 12 Mar 2020

Taste food from around the world at Auckland International Cultural Festival

Auckland International Cultural Festival on Sunday 5 April promises a mouth-watering array of food and drink from around the world.

Community 9 Mar 2020

New exhibition challenges perceptions of the Pacific

Discover the people and stories of the Saltwater Realm at Waitui Ātea: Saltwater Realm.