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Community 3 May 2019

Auckland - is it the best place for Pasifika to live?

A recent debate provided a forum to discuss issues of importance to Pacific communities, including housing, civic participation and belonging.

Arts 1 Apr 2019

Artists selected for regional park residency

Two artists have been selected for the Artist in Residence programme to produce artwork inspired by Whatipū.

Arts 14 Mar 2019

Impressive Matariki Festival line-up to light up your winter

Matariki Festival returns with an exciting line-up of more than 100 events region-wide from 30 June to 22 July.

Arts 14 Mar 2019

Discover the stars of Matariki and how to spot them!

The rise of the Matariki star cluster is an important time in the Māori calendar as it signifies the Māori New Year.

Community 14 Mar 2019

Voyage the stars with Auckland Libraries this Matariki

Explore over 100 free events, activities and workshops at libraries across the region this Matariki.

Cultural 14 Mar 2019

Read this month: Top Ten Matariki books

Stuck for reading inspiration? Check out our monthly list of top picks from Auckland Libraries’ collections, hand-selected by our own librarians.

Food / Drink 14 Mar 2019

Polyfest takes lead on healthy living

South Auckland’s hugely popular Polyfest is encouraging attendees to make healthier food and beverage choices.

Cultural 11 Mar 2019

Learning from tikanga Māori

Auckland Council's Mana Whenua Kaitiaki Forum has put forward a holistic view of how water is managed.

Cultural 7 Mar 2019

Te Matatini kapa roopu celebrated

Kapa haka successes marked with pōwhiri.

Arts 11 Feb 2019

Creative Communities Scheme funding available for Auckland art projects

The current funding round supporting emerging and established Auckland artists is closing later this month.

Community 4 Feb 2019

Volcano erupts on bridge in emotional Waitangi narrative

Dramatic symbolism and sound are cued to dance in lights across the Auckland Harbour Bridge for four more nights at 9pm until 7 February.

Arts 12 Dec 2018

Auckland 2019: what’s on, what’s new and what you need to do!

The event lineup for Auckland in 2019 has something for everyone.

Community 30 Nov 2018

Show us some art, Auckland!

Use #PublicArtAKL to share photos of your favourite art this summer.

14-24 year olds 22 Nov 2018

Read this month: Top Teen Book List

Hear from young people around the world about their journeys, struggles and victories.

Arts 8 Nov 2018

Auckland Council supports the arts and culture sector

Auckland’s arts and culture sector receives funding from the Community Development and Safety Committee.

Cultural 26 Oct 2018

Protecting our maunga

Tāmaki Makaurau’s maunga are glimpses back in time.