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Study informs decisions on port’s future
The Port Future Study is due to be completed by the end of June 2016.
Safer walking in the city centre
Pedestrian safety and access in the city centre has taken another step forward with the removal of three 'free left turns’ at intersections as part of the upgrade of Beach Road.
Nelson Street cycleway heralds sustainable transport future
The Nelson Street cycleway is set to become a must-see Auckland attraction for people to walk and cycle across when it opens later this year.
Improving safety for Bryde's whales
Ports of Auckland’s efforts to make the shipping industry safer for the local Bryde’s whale population have had encouraging results.
Engaged communities at the heart of Waiheke
World-renowned activist Jim Diers recently visited Waiheke Island.
Council Cadets get to know Waitematā Local Board
Did you know that Auckland Council runs a cadet programme?
Bringing our heritage to life
Check out this amazing History Alive series to see how much Auckland has changed over the past 100 years!
Working for Waitematā
Events
Marbled clay on the wheel
Create mesmerising marbled ceramic vases and cups.
Carols, canapés and candlelight
Join Luminata Voices as we welcome the festive season with an afternoon of beautiful choral music...
Mahler 1
Mahler’s astonishing First Symphony begins with the primeval sound of the world awakening: it tel...
Cross Street Music Festival 2026
Bringing together some of Aotearoa’s most exciting independent, underground and emerging music fo...
Water safety
Join us at Parnell Library for this awesome water safety workshop hosted by The Swim Safe Project.
Parnell Library Shared Reading Group
Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a...
Lecture: Monuments
Hear international curator and our third Creative New Zealand Te Manu Ka Tau international guest...
Christmas Maker's Market
Our annual Christmas Makers' Market is a chance to support local makers and artists. This boutiqu...