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Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Community 26 Apr 2016

Plenty of life at Symonds Street Cemetery

In May, Waitematā Local Board will celebrate the opening of upgraded paths and new walking trails at the Symonds Street cemetery.

Cycling 18 Apr 2016

Grafton Bridge taxi trial to end

Auckland Transport has decided to stop the Grafton Bridge taxi trial and return Grafton Bridge to a bus lane only between the hours of 7am and 7pm.

Transport 18 Apr 2016

Changes for downtown bus services

Some bus services in downtown Auckland have changed.

Sports / Leisure 13 Apr 2016

Volunteers go the nautical mile

A group of dedicated volunteers have been going the extra mile for passengers arriving in Auckland on cruise ships this season, ensuring they receive a warm welcome from the city.

Walkways 1 Apr 2016

Improved access to Waitematā coastline

Waitematā Local Board is improving access to the Waitematā coastline by continuing its development of the Weona- Westmere Coastal Walkway.

Environment 1 Apr 2016

Drop off the grid on Great Barrier

Registrations are now open for Great Barrier Local Board’s Off the Grid event, which takes place from 12 to 15 May.

Cycling 31 Mar 2016

Lightpath success: Build it and they will come

The success of Auckland’s Lightpath shows that Aucklanders want more cycling infrastructure and they will flock to use it if it is built, says the New Zealand Transport Agency.

Events

24 Oct 2026

Build your own terrarium

Join us for a slow, creative session where you’ll build a tiny self-contained world to take home.

24 Oct 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Handmade spell candles

Create your own taper candles, tuned to your desires and intentions.

31 May 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Balcony Garden Social Club

Share knowledge, learn, make friends and swap resources to help your balcony garden thrive!

28 Oct 2026 - 30 Oct 2026

Diwali lunchtime music series

Experience the rich sounds, rhythms and traditions of South Asia through live music.

28 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Songs for Nobodies

Three of New Zealand’s most prominent theatrical forces create an unforgettable production.

28 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Water-based woodblock printing

In this five-week course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of this sustainable and low-te...

29 Oct 2026

Music, singing and fun

Join us for stories, singing and music.  

29 Oct 2026

The food of WW1: Bully beef, biscuits and bullets

Let's take a look at some of the staple food dished up to the men and women who went to fight for...