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Council news 2 Apr 2025

Getting valuable input from Northcote's future generation

On behalf of Auckland Council, Eke Panuku creates amazing spaces for current and future generations across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.

Kids / Family 26 Mar 2025

5 ways to enjoy Auckland after daylight saving ends

Take the opportunity to embrace this season of change with new ideas to boost your mood, from maximising vitamin D to rediscovering the warmth of a brisk walk.

Walkways 3 Mar 2025

Five short all-weather walks in Auckland

Don't let the weather dampen your spirits! Come rain or shine, these five short walks across Auckland are great for the whole family.

Council news 28 Feb 2025

Council backs funding for Auckland’s St James Theatre

Auckland Council has upheld its commitment to grant $15 million towards the restoration of St James Theatre.

Council news 21 Feb 2025

Venue access: how we manage our bookable community spaces

Auckland Council’s Director of Community Rachel Kelleher responds to concerns about the council’s approach to venue hire of our community meeting halls and shared spaces.

Pride Festival 17 Feb 2025

These are our people: celebrating the rainbow

Auckland Council Chief Executive Phil Wilson and Director of Community Rachel Kelleher reflect on the role the council plays to support tākatāpui and rainbow communities in our region and why it’s important to us.

Community 11 Feb 2025

Auckland’s most colourful festival returns this February

A burst of colour is on the horizon for Tāmaki Makaurau as Auckland Pride Festival returns for February 2025.

Arts 3 Feb 2025

Pocket art guide updated with 10 new artworks showcasing toi Māori in Tāmaki Makaurau

‘Te Paparahi Toi Māori’ the Auckland Art Walk guide relaunches in 2025 with new public Māori artwork to see.

Heritage 21 Jan 2025

Two iconic hotels among Council’s Regional Historic Heritage Grant recipients

Two long-standing hospitality venues, at opposite ends of Auckland, will get some help to future-proof through Auckland Council’s Regional Historic Heritage Grant.

Council news 15 Jan 2025

$47 million investment for parks, facilities through Regional Work Programme

Auckland Council is investing more than $47 million over the next three years into parks and community facilities, through the Regional Capital Investment Work Programme.

Arts 5 Jan 2025

Rainy day activities to keep the kids entertained

When the weather outside is frightful, there are plenty of delightful indoor activities around Tāmaki Makaurau for the whole family to participate in.