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120,000+ return to city centre on Fridays and Saturdays in May
Fridays and Saturdays in May saw the highest consistent numbers of people coming to the city centre - Karangahape Road to the waterfront - since before Auckland’s August 2021 lockdown.
City centre beats the blues with City of Colour
Polished and ready to welcome returning Aucklanders, City of Colour brings more than 50 light and art installations to the city centre from 6 to 22 May.
New artist’s impressions show Myers Park metamorphosis
Auckland Council has unveiled the artist’s impressions of a groundbreaking new work of public art set to transform a utilitarian underpass at the northern end of Myers Park into an interactive experience of light and sound.
World-class arts, eats and beats are back on the menu at Elemental AKL
Auckland’s favourite mid-year festival, Elemental AKL returns this July with a sensational season of curated experiences celebrating the unique culture, cuisine, and creativity of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
Journey from utilitarian underpass to ground-breaking art
Auckland Council’s Public Art team and Development Programme Office have worked side by side with artist Graham Tipene (Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei) and his team of talented mana whenua creatives and Warren and Mahoney architects to create an extraordinary artwork; unique in New Zealand, if not the world.
Regional Arts and Culture Grant supports arts sector during challenging times
Regional Arts and Culture Grant funding has been allocated to support Tāmaki Makaurau's arts sector.
Work starts to install Oruama Domain art
A public artwork by sculptor Dave McCracken is being added to Glenfield's Oruama Domain.
Dream comes true as Kākano Art Gallery opens in the heart of Henderson
The opening of Kākano Art Gallery in Henderson Town Centre is a dream come true and a culmination of years of work.