Heritage

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Cultural 20 Jul 2017

A map of every heritage site in Waitematā

Waitematā Local Board member Vernon Tava has created an interactive map of heritage sites in the local board area.

Heritage 7 Jul 2017

Flashback: Devonport 100 years ago

This elegant village on the North Shore was established as a borough in 1886, and the early 1900s brought increased development and prosperity.

Development 3 Jul 2017

Incorporating Māori design in development projects

Auckland Council’s Auckland Design Manual (ADM) has launched new Māori design case studies and a video showcasing the design process.

Arts 3 Jul 2017

Thanks for your feedback!

Consultation on Auckland Council’s 21 draft local board plans closed on Friday 30 June, and community feedback will now be taken into account before the plans are finalised.

Heritage 23 Jun 2017

Flashback Friday: Mission Bay, then and now

This popular central Auckland beach was as beloved at the turn of the 20th Century as it is today – but did you know it was also once home to a flying school?

Heritage 6 Jun 2017

A timeline of Manukau from 1769 to today

Manukau's Journey is a selection of significant and representative events from the history of Howick, Manukau, Manurewa-Papakura and Franklin wards of Auckland City.

Transport 2 Jun 2017

Interesting historical artefacts dug up in CRL excavations

City Rail Link works around the CBD have unearthed a number of items from Victorian times.

Educational 2 Jun 2017

Flashback Friday: Queens Wharf

In honour of her majesty's birthday, we're looking back to the building of Queens Wharf in downtown Auckland.

Events33 Results

04 Sep 2024 - 01 Feb 2025

Waiwaia Ngā Ngutu

The rich soundscape accompanying the exhibition brings the written word to life and affirms the e...

04 Jul 2024 - 29 Sep 2024

Free Guided Museum Tours

Our experienced guides have a rich wealth of knowledge across all aspects of maritime history and...

15 Sep 2024

Pirate for a Day!

Channel your inner Jack Sparrow and learn to natter like a salty sailor as we set sail on the Wai...

17 Aug 2024 - 17 Nov 2024

Lake House: Dark Arts Tour and Ghost Hunt

Enjoy art, hospitality, and complimentary refreshments, including wine, beer, non-alcoholic bever...

17 Sep 2024

Tea & Topics September 2024 - Suffrage Memorial

Judi Goldsworthy, President of the Manukau Branch of National Council of Women of New Zealand, wi...

17 Sep 2024

What's Your Story?

Bring pen and paper along as this one-hour talk will empower you to begin exploring your stories...

20 Aug 2024 - 03 Dec 2024

Textile Tuesday

Come along and meet other like minded folks.

18 Sep 2024 - 19 Sep 2024

The Girmit

Kidnapped or taken through coercion and blackmail to faraway countries to replace the gap left by...