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Community 29 Nov 2016

Auckland recognised for climate leadership

Auckland has been chosen as a finalist in two categories in the prestigious C40 Cities Awards, standing alongside cities such as Milan, San Francisco, Hong Kong and New York.

Beaches 25 Nov 2016

Operation Speedo aims to keep the west safe

‘Operation Speedo’ is a public safety campaign running in west Auckland this summer.

Community 23 Nov 2016

Meet food waste champion Maile Uluave

For Tongan-born Maile, surplus food is a way to bring the community together.

Community 23 Nov 2016

How to book an Auckland Council venue

If you're looking for a location for a function or event, Auckland Council has more than 150 affordable and easy-to-book community venues available for regular or casual hire.

Food / Drink 22 Nov 2016

AUT students make the most of food waste

Auckland Council has been working with the talented students at the AUT catering school to inspire Aucklanders to love their leftovers in a bid to reduce food waste.

Environment 22 Nov 2016

Hunua recycling pioneers pave the way for service

As fortnightly roadside recycling begins in Franklin, we reflect on the Hunua residents who have been leading the way in recycling for almost 30 years.

Environment 18 Nov 2016

Community groups battle it out to become predator free

Four Auckland-based community groups are competing for a spot in the finals of Kiwibank’s next Predator Free Community, alongside 10 other contestants.

Civil Defence / Emergency Management 18 Nov 2016

Help earthquake relief effort by donating money, not goods

People are being asked not to donate goods to the affected regions at this stage, as they pose serious logistical issues around transport, storage and distribution.

Events249 Results

28 Feb 2026

Pirate Play Party

Test your cannon shooting skills, dig for treasure, turn yourself into a pirate for the day, get...

03 Mar 2026

Witheford Reserve Regeneration Working Bee

Led by an expert ecologist, we work alongside a group of volunteers to regenerate this special re...

07 Mar 2026

Family Day Out

Join other locals for some free family-friendly fun in the heart of Northcote.

08 Mar 2026

Whānau Day

Join us for a sun-filled day of whānau fun and festival magic!

13 Mar 2026 - 15 Mar 2026

The Auckland Wooden Boat Festival

Come along to experience heritage craftsmanship and innovation side by side in a setting that’s u...

14 Mar 2026 - 28 Mar 2026

Intergenerational life writing workshops

The stories you will hear from other people will open your mind and give you things to contemplat...

21 Mar 2026 - 19 Apr 2026

Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival 2026

Meet your neighbours and discuss what local solutions to climate change we can take together, for...

07 May 2026

Seed Saving Workshop

Discover practical techniques to collect, store and plant seeds that keep your garden thriving se...