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Attend a HeritageTalks session and learn the history of Auckland’s Chinese restaurants
Hungry for history? Food historian André Taber serves up fascinating facts about some of central Auckland’s first Chinese restaurants.
“No one wins at war”: Military memories of a 100-year-old WWII veteran
As war veteran Desmond Mitchell marks a milestone, he recalls his time in the air force during World War II.
Discover the historic roots of an Auckland Judas tree
If you’re wandering around downtown Pukekohe, you might think that Seddon Park is a pleasant enough place to stop for a rest, with its benches, trees and rose beds. What you might not realise is that the park is home to a very special tree that ca...
Museum to acquire historic weathervane from CAC Shot Tower
Tāmaki Paenga Hira / Auckland War Memorial Museum is acquiring the weathervane from Auckland’s last Colonial Ammunition Company Shot Tower.
Auckland Domain Wintergardens: 100-year-old glasshouses re-open to the public
After painstaking restoration work, the elegant 100-year-old glasshouses at the Auckland Domain Wintergarden are about to begin a new chapter in their life.
Glorious 1915 orb returns to Quay Street, a beacon for safe journeys home
The WW1 Memorial Beacon, recently returned to the northern side of Quay Street, is the earliest known built monument to the Great War to be erected in New Zealand.
175 years of Howick: Marking a major milestone
This year is Howick’s 175th anniversary, and ahead of the official celebrations and various fun events, we’re taking a step back in time to share the history of Howick.
Board wants heritage protection as part of any Ardmore Hall / Bell Field sale
Franklin Local Board says selling Ardmore Hall and the neighbouring Bell Field is the best option for the community.
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The Shamrocks: Irish Genealogy Special Interest Group
The Shamrocks welcome you to meet with them and listen to speakers and discuss Irish history topics.
Ranger guided walk - Te Whangamaire to Henry's Scenic, Patumahoe
Learn about the unique flora and fauna of the forest habitat within the reserve as well as the cu...
Sneak Peeks
Excitement will be brewing with ticket giveaways and delicious drinks and nibbles at the bar.
Thursday Heritage Concert - Winds from Japan and Europe
Japan born and raised violinist, Yuhka Nagai and NZ raised Kent Isomura present a programme.
Creative Talks: Tessa Duder CNZM OBE
Tessa Duder trained as a journalist and has published more than forty works of fiction and non-fi...
Negative Space: Genealogy Gaps Can Help Your Tree Flourish
let’s explore a technique called the Negative Space Approach.
