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Development 8 Apr 2016

Māori urban design expert joins the council

This week Auckland Council welcomed new staff member Phil Wihongi. Phil joins the council as the Mana Whenua Urban Design Principal Specialist for the Auckland Design Office. OurAuckland caught up with Phil to find out about his background and...

Environment 8 Apr 2016

Hunua 1080 caution period lifted

Hunua caution period lifted

Beaches 7 Apr 2016

Change to dog access on Waiheke protects endangered penguins

Restrictions to dog off-leash areas aim to protect the Little Blue Penguin.

Community 6 Apr 2016

Ōrākei Local Board hosts the Chatham Cup and Gallaher Shield

The Ōrākei Local Board is proud to showcase two of New Zealand’s biggest sporting trophies.

Community 31 Mar 2016

Breathing new life into Wairau Valley

A project by Auckland Council’s stormwater department to create a wetland area near Croftfield Lane in Wairau Valley is well underway.

Parks / Outdoors 29 Mar 2016

Visitors urged to stay safe at Hunua Falls

Auckland Council is reminding people that the Hunua Falls pose several risks to members of the public.

Environment 26 Mar 2016

Caring for streams and coast in Albert-Eden

The Albert-Eden Local Board area has the least public open space per capita in Auckland, and is one of the most heavily developed areas in the region.

Arts 23 Mar 2016

Theatre artist wins parks residency

Theatre artist Kate Parker has been selected as the 2016 Auckland Regional Parks Artist in Residence.

Events25 Results

16 Nov 2024 - 02 Mar 2025

Sculpture in the Gardens

Head along with friends and family and be wowed by a spectacular display of sculptures.

17 Nov 2024

Wild Streets Festival of Play - Myers Park, Waitemata

Bring along a picnic and make a day of it.

12 Nov 2024 - 10 Dec 2024

Eskdale Regeneration Champions with Kaipātiki Project

Come and join Kaipātiki Project for a hands-on, behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to nurtur...

22 Nov 2024

Gibbs Farm Visit

Join us for a rare opportunity to experience this private art collection on a Gibbs Farm Visit.

23 Nov 2024

Love Your Maunga ki Māngere Mountain

Bring your whānau and friends for a day of connection, learning, and fun!

23 Nov 2024

Rain or Shine! Waterwise Homes and Gardens Day with EcoMatters

Join us for inspirational ideas to make a positive impact at home or in your community. 

09 Nov 2024 - 23 Nov 2024

Sailing on Breeze

Set sail on your next adventure aboard Breeze, a traditional wooden brigantine similar to vessels...

31 Aug 2024 - 23 Nov 2024

Adults Learn to Ride

Bring your own bike or borrow one of ours.