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Community news 2 Apr 2026

Growing food and connections on Aotea

To support steps towards creating homegrown food sources, the local board funds a Food Resilience Coordinator role.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Ōrākei: Five initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

We are privileged to share our neighbourhoods with diverse landscapes and ecosystems, from beaches and forests to wetlands and hilltops.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Waitematā: Four initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

Be inspired by local community groups and organisations protecting our environment.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Five island initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

The natural environment of Aotea / Great Barrier is incredibly special.

Community 1 Apr 2026

Four a greener future

Here are four ways the Howick Local Board is protecting the environment and keeping our green spaces beautiful FOUR the future.

Community news 24 Mar 2026

5 actions for nature in Upper Harbour

Discover Upper Harbour projects where you can help protect nature and make a difference.

Community news 20 Mar 2026

Get your green fingers ready

A month-long celebration of sustainable living starts from 22 March, with a number of free and engaging events to attend. 

Have your say 20 Mar 2026

Waitematā and Gulf residents: help us decide our priorities

What does the Annual Plan consultation mean for you?

Events

17 Sep 2026 - 28 Feb 2027

First Light: Australasia's largest public art lightwall returns

Australasia's largest public art lightwall will once again illuminate Auckland's waterfront.

01 Sep 2026 - 01 Jan 2027

eBook Group

Share your thoughts with others, get book recommendations, track your reading and vote on book cl...

29 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2029

Te Ripo o te Moana: Taonga Through Time

Bringing together taonga Māori from the Museum’s collection in an exhibition exploring the richne...

23 Aug 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Group Show: The Crackling of the Sun

This exhibition moves through constellations and imaginaries, where time fractures, loops and ret...

23 Aug 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Ruth Ige: The Evocation of Worlds

An exhibition exploring identity, belonging and representations of Blackness.

15 Aug 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Niutupuola Trust

A free, low-impact community exercise class on Saturday mornings.

15 Aug 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Cross stitch meet-up

Socialise, share ideas and work on your projects alongside like-minded people!

15 Aug 2026 - 14 Feb 2028

Our Ocean of Islands

A landmark exhibition bringing together Indigenous knowledge systems and cultural practices.