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Arts 12 Jul 2016

A new look arts centre for Howick

On 11 June, Howick’s Uxbridge Arts Centre reopened after a year long redevelopment, realising the community’s vision for a fit for purpose arts and culture facility.

Arts 8 Jul 2016

Māori Language Week goes POP

POPPING and piquing public interest on Queens Wharf to celebrate Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.

Community 7 Jul 2016

Seniors’ Forum 2016: “a wonderful experience”

Around 300 seniors representing an array of cultural communities turned out for the 2016 Seniors’ Forum at the Aotea Centre yesterday - the first of its kind for Auckland Council.

Community 30 Jun 2016

Kōrero Māori in July

Te Wiki o te Reo Māori 2016 (Māori Language Week 2016) runs from Monday 4 July to Sunday 10 July.

Community 29 Jun 2016

Culture and community supported by grant

One family fun day received a boost from community grant funding. Apply for a grant to support your own community initiative, project or event.

Community 27 Jun 2016

Video showcases Manurewa's homegrown stars

An Olympic gold medallist, the head of one of New Zealand’s biggest companies, a television newsreader and a neighbourhood bakery are among ‘stars’ of a new video celebrating the south Auckland community of Manurewa.

Community 27 Jun 2016

Māori phrase of the week

Each week we bring you some new rerenga (sentences) and kupu (words) so you can practise your kōrero Māori.

Heritage 20 Jun 2016

Walkway through Papakura’s history

Images of Papakura’s past will be a feature of a new covered walkway connecting the town centre and train station.

Events231 Results

24 Jan 2026

Chinese New year at Pukepuke

Celebrate the coming Lunar New Year with an afternoon of culture, wellbeing, and community at Nat...

24 Jan 2026

Summer Fun in the Park 2026

Celebrate the end of the summer holidays with a fun-filled morning of FREE entertainment for the...

23 Jan 2026 - 26 Jan 2026

Auckland’s International Buskers Festival

Get ready for four epic days of street magic, laughs, and jaw-dropping talent!

22 Jan 2026 - 14 Mar 2026

SpinPoi

Learn to twirl and flow with colourful poi in a fun, beginner-friendly session.

21 Jan 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Silent Disco

Dance, move, and enjoy music in a unique headphone-powered party.

20 Jan 2026 - 26 Jan 2026

Vector Lights for Auckland Anniversary

Enjoy Vector Lights on the iconic Auckland Harbour Bridge as it dazzles in honour of the cultural...

17 Jan 2026 - 07 Feb 2026

Pop Up Play

Jump into fun, interactive activities popping up around your community.

17 Jan 2026 - 22 Feb 2026

Wild Streets Festival of Play

Celebrate play, creativity, and movement in your local streets.