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News278 Results

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.

14-24 year olds 22 Aug 2022

Roulston Park concept plan approved

A new future for Pukekohe's Roulston Park is being mapped out.

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.

Events35 Results

05 Oct 2023

Guided tour - Kennedy Park and Rahopara Pa, Castor Bay

Kennedy Park and Rahopara Pa are rich in stories from the past and we can’t wait to share some of...

05 Oct 2023

Stories of the 1981 tour protest

There will be an opportunity for all to share their stories of the ‘81 tour.

05 Oct 2023

Thursday Heritage Concerts- Descending muse: Katherine Mansfield in music

Martin Griffiths, Polly Sussex (cellos), and Sherry Grant (piano) combine their substantial liter...

01 Oct 2023 - 30 Nov 2023

Guided Museum Tours

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

26 Sep 2023 - 05 Oct 2023

Titirangi Library School Holiday Programme

Come along and enjoy the school holiday activities.

25 Sep 2023 - 05 Oct 2023

Te Hononga ā Toto

This exhibition is an opportunity to remember and celebrate the stories of our parents and grandp...

24 Sep 2023 - 05 Oct 2023

Peace and love: paper cut-outs from Poland. Part of Auckland Heritage Festival 2023.

Create Polish 'wycinanki' paper cut-outs in this fun workshop with the Polish Museum.

24 Sep 2023 - 08 Oct 2023

Exhibition: I want peace! Part of Auckland Heritage Festival 2023.

View moving testimonies of war from children. Polish children record their experiences during Wor...