/rss/all/ Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 EST Tue, 05 May 2026 08:08:05 EST en Umbraco http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/05/roadmap-approved-for-auckland-s-future-transport-spending/ Auckland Council has signed off its first-ever transport policy statement – a document that sets out how the city will plan and invest in transport in the years ahead. The council’s Transport, Infrastructure and Delivery Committee approved the statement... Mon, 04 May 2026 15:01:31 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/05/learn-how-to-be-a-confident-composter/ If you believe composting is only for people who have big gardens and green thumbs as it’s too complicated, think again. Whether you rent or own, live in an apartment, a townhouse, or a home with a big garden, composting is actually straightforward, and... Mon, 04 May 2026 11:24:57 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/media-centre/2026/may/have-your-say-on-proposed-new-water-safety-rules-for-auckland/ Aucklanders are invited to have their say on proposed changes to the region’s navigation rules, which play a key role in keeping people who use our waterways safe. The Navigation Bylaw 2021 and associated controls are designed to minimise incidents on... Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/sustainable-savings-for-autumn/ As the weather cools and we spend more time indoors, autumn is a great time to refresh your home. You don’t need to buy new or spend big to give your home a glow-up. A visit to your local community recycling centre (CRC) can deliver affordable, stylish... Fri, 01 May 2026 19:59:07 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/05/archaeologists-important-role-in-auckland-s-regional-parks/ Did you know Auckland Council archaeologists play a key role across the Tāmaki Makaurau regional parks network? With Archaeology Week 2026 upon us, we thought we’d shine a light on this important mahi. There are 28 regional parks across Tāmaki Makaurau... Fri, 01 May 2026 14:30:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/03/fuel-disruption-brings-city-rail-link/ ‘A more productive Auckland is not only more competitive in attracting people, skills, and investment; ultimately it’s a more liveable place for everyone’ – Gary Blick. Fri, 01 May 2026 10:04:00 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/think-outside-the-box/ Join us every Tuesday for Think Outside the Box a fun, hands-on after-school drawing program designed to spark imagination, build confidence, and develop creative thinking skills. Each week brings a new creative challenge: Week 1: Beyond Distractions... Fri, 01 May 2026 08:47:28 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/discover-auckland-celebrates-nz-music-month/ See what's happening across Auckland this NZ Music Month at Discover Auckland. Visit aucklandnz.com to find your next gig, concert or artist pop-up. Fri, 01 May 2026 08:31:42 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/media-centre/2026/may/inaugural-plan-to-steer-the-future-of-transport-in-auckland/ Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/walter-massey-park/ Walter Massey Park has officially been transformed, giving the local club - the Māngere East Hawks, and the wider community a facility to be proud of. The completed upgrades to the rugby league fields represent a major investment in local sport and... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:18:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/auckland-live-celebrates-nz-music-month/ Auckland Live is celebrating NZ Music Month | Te Marama Puoro o Aotearoa with a vibrant programme of live music, pop-up performances and free public experiences across Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland’s city centre this May. The month kicks off on Friday 1 May in... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:25:34 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/try-these-urban-bush-tracks/ As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin their transformation, there’s no better time to ‘branch out’ and explore the incredible urban forests right in our own backyard.   We’re spoilt for choice here... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:41:22 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/secret-garden-brie-rate/ Combining the Greek words kolla (glue) and graph (drawing), collagraph is a method of printmaking which gives expression to found objects. In Secret Garden, impressions of urban natural and unnatural debris are used to depict surreal yet familiar scenes... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:17:22 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/the-blue-dome/ This exhibition presents new work by Iranian born, Tāmaki Makaurau based artist Selina Ershadi. Working with film, sound and text developed during recent trips to Tehran and in Tāmaki Makaurau, she explores the politics of recording personal stories.... Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:07:05 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/wriggle-and-rhyme-te-manawa/ Wriggle and Rhyme sessions foster early literacy skills, promoting active movement and brain development for babies and toddlers aged 2 years and under. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:19:04 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/wriggle-and-rhyme-mt-roskill/ Wriggle and rhyme is a fun and free programme that provides positive movement experiences that stimulate development in babies’ brains and bodies.  For ages 0-18 months. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:52:42 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/wriggle-and-rhyme-manukau/ Designed for children aged 2 years and under, this free session helps stimulate growing minds and bodies while providing lots of fun. No bookings required – just come along and join in! Thu, 30 Apr 2026 09:47:09 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/guided-ranger-walks/ Ranger‑guided local park discovery walk Join our knowledgeable Community Ranger for a guided walk through one of the region’s most cherished natural spaces. This relaxed and engaging experience invites you to slow down, look closely, and uncover the... Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:36:11 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/devonport-takapuna-local-board-declines-statue-of-peace/ The Devonport–Takapuna Local Board has resolved to decline an application from the Korean Garden Trust to install a Statue of Peace at Barry’s Point Reserve in Takapuna. The proposal sought landowner approval to establish a bronze sculpture and associated... Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:47:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/fitness-equipment-on-the-move-at-huapai-domain/ Have your say on upgrading outdoor fitness equipment at Huapai Recreation Reserve. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:37:26 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/read-to-a-dog/ Introducing our read to a dog programme! Read to a dog aims to help children with their literacy, self confidence and self esteem. Reading to a dog is a lot less scary than reading to a human, and the dogs love it too! Close contact with a dog helps... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:46:10 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/coding-club/ If learning how to code is something you want to do this year, then East Coast Bays Library have the club for you! Join us each week, during term time, as we learn all about Scratch, Python and HTML. Our wonderful instructors will help you learn about... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:39:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/saddle-up/ Want to enjoy Auckland’s best views without wearing out your walking shoes? Grab the reins and saddle up. Across Tāmaki Makaurau, horse riders can explore rolling farmland, native bush, windswept beaches, and breathtaking coastal vistas. Whether you’re a... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 14:35:41 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/walter-massey-park-from-old-to-bold/ At the heart of Māngere East, Walter Massey Park continues to be one of the area’s key community spaces - home to sports clubs, community organisations, and everyday recreation for local whānau / family. The space has been made even better with a new... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:15:43 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/auckland-startup-designing-waste-out-of-bottled-water-finds-global-success/ Standing in a service station without a reusable bottle, Aucklander Jayden Klinac scanned the shelves for water. There were options made from plastic, aluminium and glass. Some were marketed as recyclable, others as lower‑impact choices. But they all... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 11:05:02 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/let-s-talk-about-fuel/ We've have been taking a hard look at how we use fuel, where we can make changes and savings, and how increased fuel prices are affecting our budget and the everyday lives of Aucklanders. Tue, 28 Apr 2026 10:27:39 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/girls-club/ We’re excited to welcome youth girls and takatāpui whānau to our new Girls’ Club - a safe, inclusive space to connect, share and support one another. This is a welcoming, safe space to relax, connect, and just be yourself. Whether you feel like getting... Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:48:17 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/learn-to-compost/ Join Compost Collective for a range of free composting workshops across Tāmaki Makaurau. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to refine your skills, our sessions cover practical, easy-to-follow composting methods. Learn about composting basics... Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:53:09 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/seasonal-and-leftover-cooking-workshops/ Join Compost Collective for free Love Food Hate Waste workshops across Tāmaki Makaurau. Learn practical ways to make the most of your food - whether you’re interested in cooking with seasonal produce, using leftovers creatively, or growing and harvesting... Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:49:32 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/pickling-and-preserving-workshop/ Join Compost Collective for a hands-on Love Food Hate Waste workshop. Learn how to pickle and preserve seasonal fruit and vegetables with confidence.  This practical session will show you how to make the most of the abundance available at this time... Fri, 24 Apr 2026 13:46:39 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/play-streets/ After a successful pilot, Auckland Council is facilitating the roll out of community-led ‘play streets’ across Auckland neighbourhoods that hark back to a time when children could play safely and be home ‘in time for dinner’.  The initiative is... Fri, 24 Apr 2026 11:33:56 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/anzac-day-2026/ Anzac Day remains one of the most meaningful dates in our national calendar – a time to remember courage, sacrifice and the stories that have shaped Aotearoa.  This year, Auckland Council and the... Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:13:53 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/05/sign-language-week-storytime/ Enjoy 30-minute themed sessions featuring stories, rhymes, singing and dancing. A great opportunity to encourage an interest in books, while building language and literacy skills. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:49:50 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/02/worm-farming-workshop/ Join Compost Collective to learn the basics of worm farming. These hands-on workshops cover worm farm setup, care and feeding. Discover how worms turn food scraps into nutrient-rich fertiliser for your garden and how easy worm farming can be. All... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 11:02:36 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/further-boost-for-arts-and-culture-across-tamaki-makaurau/ Auckland Council is investing a further $286,106 into arts and culture across the region this financial year, supporting 14 creative projects through the latest round of Regional Arts and Culture grants. Approved by the Community Committee on 16 April,... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:43:56 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/highland-park-community-house-to-temporarily-close-for-essential-upgrades/ A valued local hub in east Auckland is now undergoing important upgrades to ensure it remains safe, accessible and fit for the future. Highland Park Community House is temporarily closed from 1 April to 10 July 2026 while essential renewal works are... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:50:08 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/art-and-tea/ Using drawing, painting and crafts come and explore how to connect and express yourself in a creative way. Art & Tea is a holistic wellbeing course based on the freedom of artistic expression combined with meditation practices to connect body, mind... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:16:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/auckland-air-quality-101/ The Summer/Winter sources The seasonal profile of Auckland’s air quality follows a distinct "pollution calendar" that moves with human behaviours and weather conditions. During the warmer summer months, road transport stands as the undisputed primary... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:29:27 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/anzac-day-2026-in-franklin/ This Anzac Day marks 110 years of remembrance commemorating the landing of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) troops at Gallipoli on 25 April 1915. The first official day of commemoration was held the following year, in 1916. Anzac Day is a... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:10:29 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/anzac-day-2026-commemorations-in-manurewa-papakura/ This Anzac Day marks 110 years of remembrance commemorating the landing of Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) troops at Gallipoli on 25 April 1915. The first official day of commemoration was held the following year, in 1916. Anzac Day is a... Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:10:08 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/help-design-the-manly-park-playground/ Have your say on the Manly Park playground upgrade. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:23:28 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/encore-artboards/ Enjoy this small glimpse of the taonga held within Auckland Libraries Heritage Collections, available to explore via Kura Heritage Collections Online.  These photographs show a range of musical moments in Tāmaki Makaurau. From a school music festival... Tue, 21 Apr 2026 13:28:08 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/encore/ Encore! celebrates how live music brings people together through collective experience. The exhibition looks at ways connection happens through live music: being emotionally moved by a performance, connections between those on stage and those in the... Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:52:53 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/sounds-of-tamaki-makaurau/ Auckland is about to find its rhythm like never before. Launching this May as part of NZ Music Month, Sounds of Tāmaki Makaurau is a vibrant new programme dedicated to championing Auckland musicians and offering Aucklanders a front-row seat to upcoming... Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:32:58 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/transforming-wellesley-street-for-better-connectivity/ As midtown turns into a thriving commercial, retail, residential and entertainment neighbourhood, new powerlines and ducting have been installed and 150-year-old water systems have been improved below the surface. Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:05:52 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/walker-s-bequest-to-enhance-orakei-pathways/ A keen walker who loved the outdoors has bequeathed her estate to the Ōrākei Local Board to be used for the development and maintenance of walkways and pathways. Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:53:40 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/04/boost-for-community-organisations-through-auckland-council-grants/ Auckland Council wants Aucklanders to thrive and community-led organisations play a key role in making this happen. That’s why the council’s Community Committee has allocated 11 organisations a share of $300,000 through Ngā Hapori Momoho – Thriving... Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:13:37 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/news/2026/03/community-feedback-invited-on-pukekohe-cemetery/ Plans for a memorial garden to recognise the unmarked graves in Pukekohe Cemetery have been released for public comment. The plans have been prepared by Kohae, a Christchurch-based company with whānau ties to Ngāti Tamaoho and the area, at the request of... Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:17:07 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/kalisolaite-uhila-koe-tenga-tete-to-tete-utu-pe-koia/ With Koe tenga tete to tete utu pe koia (the seed you sow, you will reap), Kalisolaite ‘Uhila revisits a formative period in his life - after returning to the city not as a seasonal worker but as an artist with an established international practice. He... Mon, 20 Apr 2026 07:57:11 EST http://ourauckland.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/events/2026/04/junior-art/ Children will explore a vibrant mix of artistic techniques including: painting printing sculpting collage and more. Each session encourages self-expression through the use of a wide variety of materials - think scissors, glue, paintbrushes, pencils,... Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:37:38 EST