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Five stellar spots to see the stars this Matariki
It is time to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and peel your eyes for the constellation known as Matariki.

Nine ways to celebrate Matariki
As Tāmaki Makaurau gets ready for Matariki, here are nine ways you can celebrate the Māori New Year with whānau and friends - one for each star in the cluster.

Bob the Spraybot learns his lines!
Citycare Property's new line-marking robot proved a hit at Pukekohe North School.

Setting the stage for the future of play in the Waitākere Ranges area
With a growing population and a need to be able to plan for the future, a new plan to help guide future play improvements and spaces in the Waitākere Ranges Local Board area has been developed.

Aucklanders flock to new magenta pathway into the city
Thousands of Aucklanders try out the new Nelson Street cycleway, Te Ara I Whiti, which translates as the Lightpath.

Auckland Heritage Festival embraces our journeys
Celebrations of Auckland’s rich and vibrant heritage will abound in October with events across the region.

Auckland Heritage Festival whispers city's secrets
Auckland Heritage Festival brings multiple events - in person and online - to the region from 26 September to 11 October 2020.

Bringing the spring bounce to your holidays with Goosechase
Auckland is my Playground, the popular mission-based challenge on the Goosechase app returns for the holidays.

Auckland events scene stacked for spring and summer
Auckland is gearing up for a spring season of major events, a prelude to a stacked summer schedule as the region looks forward to 2021 – the region’s largest planned year of major events.

Tō tātou tuakiri Māori: Celebrating Māori identity
In June, we’re celebrating and participating in Auckland’s thriving Māori identity.

Stars come out to play for Matariki Festival 2019
Matariki Festival 2019 starts on 22 June and runs until 14 July in Tāmaki Makaurau.

Matariki Diary: Community Centres
As we head into the final week of Matariki Festival 2019, check out these great events near you.

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

Matariki Festival Diary: Food
Check out this selection of events boasting delicious kai taking place during Matariki Festival 2019.

Matariki Festival Diary: Kids
Check out the best events for kids in Matariki Festival 2019.