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Cultural 26 Feb 2016

Sculptor of the week - Lucy Bucknall

Devonport-based sculptor Lucy Bucknall’s work The Learning captures the tender experience of storytelling that comes from this intimate and concentrated joint activity.

Cultural 5 Feb 2016

Quality design: Grey Lynn's gravitational pull

The design is influenced by Sir Isaac Newton – and in particular his work in optics.

Arts 3 Feb 2016

Art spotlight: Nobody Here But Us

Who knew this 3.5-tonne beauty would become such a talking point with inner-city workers?

Community 20 Jan 2016

Peaceful sanctuary for babies at Waikumete

Families of departed newborn and stillborn babies recently attended the blessing of a new children's sanctuary at Waikumete Cemetery.

Arts 19 Jan 2016

Q&A with Rhana Devenport

OurAuckland spoke with Rhana Devenport to find out more about her role as curator for the New Zealand Pavilion at the 57th Venice Biennale.

Cultural 18 Jan 2016

Māori phrase of the week

Practise your te reo Māori each week with a new phrase.

Cultural 22 Dec 2015

Cycleway murals celebrate natural heritage

New and upgraded underpasses on the Northwestern Cycleway feature art inspired by the natural heritage and resources of the area.

Libraries 22 Dec 2015

Top Five Treasures - Sir George Grey Special Collections

We asked Sir George Grey Special Collections curator and manager, Georgia Prince, for her top five treasures from the collection.

Events59 Results

26 Jan 2025 - 22 Feb 2025

Giant lucky cat sculpture

Take a selfie and welcome in good luck and prosperity for everyone for the Lunar New Year.

13 Dec 2024 - 31 Jan 2025

Scott’s Discovery Hut: Virtual Reality Experience

Explore Antarctica and visit Scott's Discovery Hut through the Antarctic Heritage Trust's immersi...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Good Friends Group

Looking to meet some like-minded people? Join us over a cuppa every Tuesday. Meet new friends in...

29 Jan 2025 - 12 Feb 2025

A Gift of Hong Bao 红包 | Ant Sang

In celebration of Lunar New Year, Studio One Toi Tū invites you to experience the Chinese traditi...

30 Jun 2024 - 30 Jun 2025

Kākahu Raranga

This free drop in workshop is the start to your weaving journey where you will learn to weave you...

30 Jan 2025

Historic Auckland waterfront walking tour

Don your best walking shoes and delve into the history and archaeology of the Auckland waterfront.

31 Jan 2025

Community Lunar New Year Celebration

Join our vibrant community as we come together to celebrate the Year of the Snake!

31 Jan 2025

Ranger guided walk - Kauri Point Centennial Park

Take a walk out to an ancient Mari pa and take in the stunning views across the Waitemata Harbour.