Heritage

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Beaches 29 Sep 2015

Putting Piha on the radar

During the Second World War, Piha was the site of a radar station critical to New Zealand’s defence.

Heritage 29 Sep 2015

History on Pedestal Lane

Manurewa Local Board has commemorated a local connection to the Second World War by renaming the eastern section of Peguero Place ‘Pedestal Lane’.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Fort Takapuna barracks restored

Two very special heritage buildings are now restored and will soon be available for the community to enjoy.

Community 29 Sep 2015

Interview with Johnnie Freeland

Johnnie Freeland, Manager of Te Waka Angamua, explains more about the department’s role and some of the projects and events it has been involved in recently.

Events25 Results

22 Nov 2025

Myths and Legends with Auckland Museum

Join us at Waiuku Library for a Pacific storytelling experience led by Auckland Museum.

22 Nov 2025

Sweetpea and Plant Fair

Join us for a great day out!

22 Nov 2025

Tātai Hono: Whakapapa Research Open Day

Broaden your understanding of whakapapa research by attending our Tātai Hono open day, run by our...

19 Sep 2025 - 22 Nov 2025

Family History Discovery Talk

Learn search strategies to research and what documents are available.

25 Sep 2025 - 12 Feb 2026

Rongoā Māori hīkoi with Emma Haslam

Explore the healing gifts of Papatūānuku and how our very presence contributes to the wellbeing o...

31 Jul 2025 - 27 Nov 2025

Highwic Up Close House Tour

Join us on the last Thursday of each month for a guided tour of Highwic to get up close and learn...

31 Jan 2025 - 28 Nov 2025

Family history help

Beginners and experienced genealogists are welcome to attend this drop-in session.

01 Dec 2025

Family history and genealogy for beginners

Look no further and come to our introduction workshop which will start you on this journey.