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Media Release 10 Dec 2025

Kaipātiki Reserve Triumphs: The Kaipara Crown Jewel Wins Outstanding Park Award and Green Flag Honour

Kaipātiki Reserve has been named most exceptional public space in Aotearoa.

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.

Events44 Results

06 Dec 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

Nurturing Soil

Gardens and heritage intertwine as nurtured marks explore women’s histories.

13 Sep 2025 - 01 Sep 2026

The Kōrero Corner

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

16 Feb 2025 - 21 Dec 2025

Kōrero Mai te reo Māori weekly conversation group

A friendly, supportive get together for all levels to learn, practice, enjoy & improve te reo.

05 Jan 2025 - 28 Dec 2025

Kōrero mai - Kōrero atu

A space to share kōrero of all levels of Te Reo Māori.

25 Dec 2025

The End of the Golden Weather

The 20th celebration of Christmas.

13 Nov 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Vector Lights Sparkle Hour

Get together with friends and whānau to watch Vector Lights from your favourite viewing spots aro...

04 Jan 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Sinhala and Sri Lankan culture

Fun, interactive sessions introduce traditions, history, and Sinhala basics.

05 Jan 2026 - 09 Jan 2026

Shakespeare in a week

Each day will feature some Shakespeare, some prop and costume making, some drama games, but most...