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Libraries 24 Nov 2025

Auckland Libraries’ summer reading challenge returns

The beloved, free reading challenge Raumati Reads, returns to transform the school holidays into a reading adventure the whole family can get behind. 

Community 7 Nov 2025

Northcote Market bursts to life and the fun is just beginning!

Northcote Town Centre was buzzing recently as the brand-new Northcote Market made its debut — and it’s just the start of a summer packed with free fun!

Rates 31 Oct 2025

Your rates in action: Auckland’s thriving communities

Auckland Council explains how rates are set and answers your questions

Kids / Family 23 Oct 2025

Top three ghost-friendly theatres in Auckland

With ghost-hunting season upon us, make sure you check out our highly recommended phantom-friendly theatres for your own spooky pleasure.  

Emergency Recovery 16 Oct 2025

Turning over a new leaf in Epsom

The Epsom community was one of the hardest hit after the 2023 storms.

Council news 9 Oct 2025

Boost to arts and culture close to $500,000

Thirty-one recipients will receive a funding boost of $482,400 in the first round of Auckland Council’s Regional Arts and Culture Grants Programme for 2025/2026.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

Building a better Auckland: more roads, water & community facilities

Auckland Council invested a record $3.9 billion in 2024/2025, improving roads, transport, water services and community facilities across the region.

Council news 25 Sep 2025

This is my last hurrah!

After three terms on the council’s Governing Body, a term as chair of the Devonport-Takapuna Local Board and six years as a North Shore City councillor, Chris Darby is farewelling local government.

Zero Waste 19 Sep 2025

New round of funding for zero waste projects opens next month

Auckland Council is encouraging Aucklanders to take action on waste with the return of the Wast.e Minimisation and Innovation Fund

Council news 19 Sep 2025

Te Hono gathers momentum as start of construction nears

Avondale’s future community hub, Te Hono, is another step closer.

Emergency Recovery 18 Sep 2025

Locals guiding storm recovery priorities

Communities across Tāmaki Makaurau are deciding what their storm recovery looks like, and how to prepare for the future.

Kids / Family 15 Sep 2025

Get ready to play over the school holidays

Check out what's on offer these school holidays.

City Centre Waterfront 12 Sep 2025

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.”

Community 20 Aug 2025

Four fantastic Auckland community hubs to enjoy

Step into one of Auckland Council’s community centres, hubs or libraries and you’re bound to see, hear or taste something interesting.

Community 6 Aug 2025

Five stars for the future: Te Hono sets a new standard for sustainable design

Te Hono has been awarded a prestigious 5 Green Star rating, recognising its standout performance in sustainable design.

Community 1 Aug 2025

6 ways to make the most of Auckland Council Libraries

Off the page! Go beyond the bookshelves at Auckland Council Libraries and discover all the amazing things on offer, from workshops to exercise classes.