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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.

Theatre / Performance 11 Jun 2020

Matariki Festival Diary: Music and Performance

Check out the Matariki Festival 2019 programme, with events running throughout Auckland until 14 July.

Arts 11 Jun 2020

Matariki Festival Diary: Art

Explore a selection of visual art events taking place during Matariki Festival 2019.

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.

Arts 10 Feb 2020

Adventurous artists invited to apply for Auckland Council residency

Adventurous and experienced artists are invited to apply before 24 February 2020 for Auckland Council’s parks-based residency.

Arts 29 Jan 2020

$16m for beloved arts, education groups

A $16 million boost is being given to some of Auckland’s most well-loved arts, educational and rescue services.

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.

Food / Drink 29 Jan 2020

Auckland draws record visitor numbers this summer

A record number of visitors flocked to Auckland this summer with more than 824,000 international arrivals into the region.

Community 29 Jan 2020

Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival to showcase Māori business

With huge musical talent and incredible storytelling taking the limelight in the lead up to Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival, it can be easy to miss what else makes up a unique festival experience.

Arts 8 Nov 2019

Personal triumphs inspire artists at Studio One Toi Tū

Announcing the 2019/2020 Studio One Toi Tū Creative Studio Residents.

Arts 21 Oct 2019

Auckland amps up for record-breaking summer

Regional Facilities Auckland is anticipating events hosted at its venues will generate an estimated $53 million in visitor spend this summer – eclipsing all previous records.

Arts 9 Oct 2019

Step into heritage with our city public art trail

Discover Auckland's artistic heritage with our free art trail.

Arts 24 Sep 2019

Regional Arts and Culture grants programme supports Toi Whītiki

Auckland Council’s Community Development and Safety Committee approves Regional Arts and Culture funding.

Arts 16 Sep 2019

Stars shine at the Stand Up Stand Out Finals

Auckland's youth shone brightly as they took the stage at the Stand Up Stand Out finals on Saturday 14 September.