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Arts 18 Dec 2024

Young Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei ringatoi (artist) reawakens Auckland’s sense of place to the Waihorotiu Stream

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau (Auckland Council) and Watercare are enabling a budding ringatoi to creatively express the stories of place through street art in the central Tāmaki (Auckland) city centre.

Arts 18 Dec 2024

'Ka Tū Te Mana o Waihorotiu'

Stories behind the artwork displayed on the hoardings of three new wastewater upgrade construction sites in Auckland's centre city.

Parks / Outdoors 4 Dec 2024

Explore these epic filming locations in Auckland

Auckland is a go-to filming location for many top directors.

Arts 28 Nov 2024

Beyond the beaches: Waiheke's hidden gems

Waiheke is known for its world-class beaches, vineyards and adventure tourism but this little piece of paradise has plenty of budget-friendly options for visitors looking to explore the art and culture of this unique spot.

Council news 22 Nov 2024

Bringing arts to our communities

Auckland’s Creative Communities Scheme is open for applications. 

Arts 20 Nov 2024

Honouring Hingaia in sculpture at Karaka

Waiohua chieftainess Hingaia is celebrated at the park that bears her name in Karaka.

Community 22 Oct 2024

Fred Graham work a tribute to home town

Celebrated artist Fred Graham has unveiled Waiuku - a sculpture honouring the west Franklin town and community.

Arts 19 Oct 2024

Retro arcade machines meet art in the latest interactive exhibition at Studio One - Toi Tū

Retro arcade machines are transformed into art installations at Studio One - Toi Tū, Auckland Council’s community art facility in Ponsonby, this month.

Events99 Results

31 Jan 2025 - 09 Feb 2025

Mahurangi Artist's Studio Trail 2025

We invite you to mark your calendars and spread the word!

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Come Write In at Te Manawa

Do you have a writing project you’re working on? Do you want to meet up with other writers? Join...

01 Feb 2025

Badge of honour

Slap and roll some clay while chatting some cheeky nonsense and crafting your statement piece.

01 Feb 2025

Midtown Street Party - Lorne Street neighbourhood

Enjoy a festive programme of entertainment including lion and dragon dances, cultural performance...

01 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025

He piko he taniwha

Kahurangiariki Smith’s whakapapa to Ngāti Rangiwewehi connects her to two taniwha, Pekehaua and H...

01 Feb 2025 - 28 Feb 2025

Yarn for Pride

Visit Karangahape Road any time during February 2025 to see pride on full display and yarn style.

03 Feb 2025 - 24 Mar 2025

Acrylic adventures

Explore colour mixing, brush techniques and composition to create wonderful works of art.

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Tai Chi with Te Manawa

If you are seeking low-impact exercise that doesn’t require jumping or costly equipment, Tai Chi...