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How we’re delivering for Aotea, guided by locals
The island is home to a range of community-driven initiatives that strengthen resilience, connection, and sustainability.
Four reasons to explore Pukekawa paths
Pukekawa / Auckland Domain has pathways for everyone! Check out the recently upgraded walks in the domain.
One volunteer, 30 years, and a growing forest on Waiheke
For nearly 30 years, Waiheke resident Chris Palmer has helped transform Delamore Reserve from former farmland into regenerating native forest.
Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment
Across Waiheke, locals are taking action - trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Local Board, these efforts are helping safeguard the island’s environment and the wider Hauraki Gulf .
Growing food and connections on Aotea
To support steps towards creating homegrown food sources, the local board funds a Food Resilience Coordinator role.
Waitematā: Four initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)
Be inspired by local community groups and organisations protecting our environment.
Five island initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)
The natural environment of Aotea / Great Barrier is incredibly special.
Waitematā and Gulf residents: help us decide our priorities
What does the Annual Plan consultation mean for you?
Events
First Light: Australasia's largest public art lightwall returns
Australasia's largest public art lightwall will once again illuminate Auckland's waterfront.
Our Ocean of Islands
A landmark exhibition bringing together Indigenous knowledge systems and cultural practices.
Drop-in drawing
Join us every Friday lunchtime for an open drawing class with a life model.
Unplugged Gaming Club
An afternoon of fun and interesting board games at Waiheke Library for rangatahi aged 13-24.
Mending Circle
Got a beloved sweater with a pesky moth hole? A favourite pair of jeans with a blowout, or a chil...
Dinosaur Discovery Track experience
A highly immersive educational experience of awe-inspiring creatures from the Cretaceous and Jura...
Wonderful world of tiger worms workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on worm farming workshop for kids and whānau.
Microgreens workshop for kids
A fun, hands-on microgreens workshop for kids and their caregivers.