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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 9 Mar 2020

New exhibition challenges perceptions of the Pacific

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

City Centre Waterfront 26 Feb 2020

March OurAuckland magazine out now

The March issue of OurAuckland is out now, available online, delivered to homes across the region and available in cafes and transport hubs across Auckland.

Cultural 25 Feb 2020

Pasifika Festival back at Western Springs

Pasifika Festival will feature 11 Pacific communities showcasing their unique culture on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 March.

Community 21 Feb 2020

Events in Auckland pick up the PACE!

The council's Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee allocates Regional Events Funding

Community 21 Feb 2020

Community Development Grants support Auckland’s thriving communities

Auckland Council's Parks, Arts, Community and Events Committee allocates Regional Community Development Funding.

Arts 29 Jan 2020

Sculptor of the Week – Natalie Guy

Natalie’s Guy sculpture Karesansui makes a unique contribution to the Auckland Botanic Gardens, a celebration of the South Pacific garden.

Libraries 29 Jan 2020

Record numbers of budding book worms take part in summer reading programme

More than 13,000 Auckland children joined Kia Māia te Whai Dare to Explore this summer.

Kids / Family 15 Jan 2020

Why we celebrate Auckland Anniversary Day

The history behind Auckland Anniversary Day.

Beaches 17 Dec 2019

Be a happy camper this summer

Our regional parks offer something for everyone, whether you’re a glamper, camper or outdoor survivalist.

Walkways 16 Dec 2019

Ranger recommendations: Whakanewha Regional Park

See Ranger Dan Beauchamp's favourite things to do at Whakanewha Regional Park.

Heritage 11 Dec 2019

Auckland Heritage Festival Diary - Kids and Families

Explore some of the Auckland Heritage Festival highlights for kids and families.

Parks / Outdoors 10 Dec 2019

Five things to do in Auckland this Valentine's Day

Whether you’re going with a date, your mate, or treating yourself – check out what’s on this Valentine's Day.

Community 5 Dec 2019

Waving farewell to Santa

This is the final year for a familiar face on Auckland’s Queen Street after Santa's first appearance in 1960.