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Council news 3 Oct 2025

Signing of Deed of Acknowledgement marks milestone for Waitākere Ranges

More than 17 years since the Waitākere Ranges Heritage Area Act 2008 was passed, a significant new agreement was signed between Te Kawerau ā Maki, Auckland Council and the Crown.

Community 15 Sep 2025

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori: Auckland Council proudly presents Waiata "Take Whenua"

This year, Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori celebrates 50 years since the inaugural Māori Language Week in 1975.

Cultural 15 Sep 2025

Auckland Central City Library celebrates Pasifika heritage with Lupe I Vao Ese exhibition

Visitors will find a beautiful ode to measina (taonga/treasure) at the upcoming free exhibition Lupe I Vao Ese.

City Centre Waterfront 12 Sep 2025

Neon art, an interactive game and live performances celebrate te reo Māori in city centre

“The call was made in September 1972 for the recognition and revitalisation of te reo Māori.”

Cultural 27 Aug 2025

At the heart of the Pacific: Auckland’s starring role in Chief of War

The Chief of War television show ties Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland back to the Pacific Islands with its vibrant cast members and set locations.

Matariki 28 Jul 2025

The Pou events of Matariki Festival

Experience waka paddling, mahi toi (arts), kite making, kapa haka and lots more.

Development 23 Jun 2025

Two-kilometre Matariki light trail dazzles the city centre 

Experience this modern form of Matariki splendour, encouraging connection and reflection.

Community 18 Jun 2025

From Maunga to Moana: Where to greet the Matariki Stars

It’s time once again to turn your face to the north-eastern skies and search for the constellation known as Matariki.

Events56 Results

10 Oct 2025 - 14 Dec 2025

Page to future

We invite people of all ages to stop by and share in the joy of reading, conversation and connect...

28 Feb 2025 - 19 Dec 2025

Tai Chi at Birkenhead Library

Join us for Tai Chi classes every Friday!

06 Dec 2025

Christmas at Holy Trinity

Enjoy this concert with lots of fine music celebrating the best of Christmas in voice and brass.

06 Dec 2025

Family History Workshop: Australian and Pacific Island Research

Join us for a presentation on researching family history in your country of interest, followed by...

06 Dec 2025

Weave your own Christmas wreath

Learn about harvesting and tikanga, the basics of weaving harakeke to create your own harakeke wr...

13 Sep 2025 - 01 Sep 2026

The Kōrero Corner

Takapuna Library warmly invites you to a space that supports your te reo Māori journey.

19 Jul 2025 - 20 Dec 2025

Storytime

Come along to our popular Storytimes with books, bubbles and waiata.

07 Dec 2025

Gift making with aroha

Celebrate Kirihimete by making and crafting your own perehana | present, all handmade with aroha:...