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Kids / Family 15 Sep 2016

Zoo Tales: World Elephant Day

When you get to spend your days with beautiful Burma, it isn't hard to see why zookeeper Joel is head over heels for elephants.

Community 15 Sep 2016

Marae zero waste initiative blossoms

A waste reduction programme is well on the way to creating centres of excellence in zero waste across Tamaki Makaurau (Auckland).

Community 12 Sep 2016

Making your Saturday morning easier

Did you know that Auckland Council manages more than 230 sports parks?

Community 9 Sep 2016

Zoo Tales: Tīeke, the sweet sound of conservation success

The tīeke, or saddleback, was once on the brink of extinction. Find out how Auckland Zoo and the Department of Conservation are working together to protect our precious native species.

Community 9 Sep 2016

Tsunami threat reminder to have a plan

The tsunami threat last week is a good reminder to all of us to have a plan in place.

Community 8 Sep 2016

Council adopts new guidelines for engaging with rainbow communities

Auckland Council took a step up in its approach to engaging with Auckland’s LGBTI communities this week with the launch of new Rainbow Communities Engagement Guidelines.

Arts 7 Sep 2016

Kererū watches over Papakura treasures in new mural

The native kererū or wood pigeon proudly adorns the Papakura Art Gallery in a new mural by artists Charles and Janine Williams.

Community 2 Sep 2016

Zoo Tales: Takahē pair make Rotoroa Island home

Follow these young birds' journey to their home on this island wildlife sanctuary.

Events248 Results

28 Sep 2024

Volunteer Expo Auckland East

This is a family-friendly trade-show-style event where kids can have supervised play while adults...

28 Sep 2024

Winter's End Pottery Market

Come along and support your local ceramists and potters.

28 Sep 2024 - 07 Oct 2024

Discover Symonds Street Cemetery

David Verran explores their stories and those of the many communities represented here.

28 Sep 2024 - 09 Oct 2024

Old Avondale

Discover 'Old Avondale': 10 collages of historic Avondale, curated by Nia Vavao, sparking communi...

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Eye on Nature Creative Arts Exhibition

Experience the crafty creativity of our tamariki at the free Eye on Nature Creative Arts Exhibiti...

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Historic coastal defences of Maungauika

A walk and talk over Maungauika/North Head's historic Victorian coastal defences.

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

Waitematā Legacy 136 years of Calliope Dry Dock

Discover the fascinating history of the Devonport dry dock as it celebrates its 136th anniversary!

28 Sep 2024 - 13 Oct 2024

William C Daldy Heritage Steam Tug Open Days

Visit Auckland's iconic heritage steam tug!