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City Centre Waterfront 1 Feb 2024

Auckland’s pan-Asian flair ignites city centre in 15-day Lunar New Year celebration

We’re joining millions of others round the world celebrating Lunar New Year – opening as the new moon rises and closing as the full moon fills the sky with light.

Environment 24 Jan 2024

Eco-hub not taken for granted

OME have created a community eco-hub thanks to nearly $14,000 of local board grants.

Playgrounds 17 Jan 2024

Glad tidings for Gladstone Park playground

A Parnell playground reopened with a crowd just in time for the summer holidays.

17 Jan 2024

Aotea residents help tackle pest weed problem

A new initiative educates and supports weed control measures on the island.

Zero Waste 18 Dec 2023

Solar power for Anamata supports elimination of single-use cups

Anamata's new dishwasher helps wash mugs for local business, enabled by grant funding for solar power.

Community 4 Dec 2023

Waiheke grants make a difference where it counts

Waiheke arts and culture, environmental, and community initiatives will be receiving over $62,000 from the Waiheke Local Board following its latest grants rounds.

Council news 1 Dec 2023

Prohibited Fire Season for Hauraki Gulf Islands

Fire and Emergency NZ has declared a prohibited fire season for the Hauraki Gulf Islands, from 1 December 2023

Transport 28 Nov 2023

1.4 million in transport projects to go ahead in Waitematā

The local board has approved funding for four different transport projects in the area.

Events

18 Apr 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

Repair Café – Central City Library

Volunteer repairers are available to help fix clothing, electric household items and electronics.

20 Sep 2026

Rhythm and Repose

Vincent brings to the podium his broad experience with top New Zealand ensembles including NZSO,...

22 Sep 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Cabaret

Enjoy one of the most iconic musicals of all time with a dazzling cast of New Zealand’s finest mu...

23 Sep 2026 - 27 Sep 2026

The Pearl Fishers

From the composer of Carmen, Bizet’s early masterpiece The Pearl Fishers returns to New Zealand s...

26 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Bookchat at Little Leys

Come along to chat about books you've enjoyed and discover your next favourite read!

25 Sep 2026 - 26 Sep 2026

Big Low Dream

A new contemporary dance work about what we reach for, together, in the dark.

26 Sep 2026

Ara Lodge 348 I.C. Heritage Walk

Join us for a fascinating walking tour through the heart of Auckland's heritage precinct.

26 Sep 2026

Before the Michelin Guide: Eating out in Auckland

This lively talk traces the surprising history of eating out in Tāmaki Makaurau.