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Heritage 21 Mar 2023

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.

Development 30 Nov 2022

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.

Heritage 3 Nov 2022

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.

Community 5 Oct 2022

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.

Heritage 15 Sep 2022

Preserving heritage for the future

A programme of work to strengthen the Studio One Toi Tū buildings is set to get underway in October.

Heritage 9 Sep 2022

Take a bite of Sandringham’s culinary heritage

A new free virtual Food Heritage Walking Tour is the perfect way to get a taste of Sandringham’s culinary history and heritage.

Heritage 30 Aug 2022

Applications for Regional Historic Heritage Grants opening soon

Aucklanders wanting to preserve and enhance historic heritage places can seek funding through the Regional Historic Heritage Grant Programme which opens for funding next week.

Heritage 19 Aug 2022

Auckland’s first ever women’s public toilets are open again

The heritage toilets at Symonds Street are open to the public again after having new life breathed into them thanks to a $910,000 upgrade.

Events23 Results

05 Dec 2025

Twilight in the Village

Come along to Twilight in the Village to shop a delightful array of stalls, support local commerc...

01 Dec 2025 - 31 Jan 2026

From the Archives: Drawing Aotearoa

An illustrated look at New Zealand life - from early etchings and political cartoons to the every...

13 Nov 2025 - 11 Dec 2025

Vector Lights Sparkle Hour

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

05 Nov 2025 - 07 Dec 2025

Fern Fever

The pressed plants will be on display in the Highwic Drawing Room and include specimens collected...

15 Aug 2025 - 12 Dec 2025

The crochet corner

Bring your own project, connect with your community, and share ideas.

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

Twilight Christmas

Experience the magic of Christmas past at Howick Historical Village.

13 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025

Hibiscus Coast Genealogy

The Hibiscus Coast Branch of NZ Society of Genealogists can help you unlock the mysteries of your...