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City Centre Waterfront 16 Nov 2021

Creating art through cleaning – a Christmas makeover coming to Nelson Street laneway

A new creative artwork will emerge in the Nelson Street laneway just in time for Christmas.

Arts 12 Nov 2021

Albert-Eden schools set for a whale of a time

Three local schools in Albert-Eden have been able to sign up to the Whale Tales public arts trail thanks to funding support from Albert-Eden Local Board. 

Sports / Leisure 11 Nov 2021

Panmure squash facilities back in form

The Panmure Squash and Rackets Club building has been renovated and renewed thanks to Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board.

Transport 11 Nov 2021

Changes ahead for Papakura accident blackspot

Papakura Local Board chair Brent Catchpole says the Takanini School Road and Manuroa Road intersection has caused concern because of the number of accidents and near-misses, and the large numbers of children walking to and from the nearby school.

9 Nov 2021

Manurewa-Papakura urged to push on

The Counties-Manukau District Health Board has hit the Government’s 90 percent first COVID-19 vaccination dose target. Manurewa-Papakura Auckland Councillor Daniel Newman says that’s a huge milestone but work to get the area fully vaccinated must...

Youth / Rangatahi 8 Nov 2021

Franklin urged to keep up COVID-19 drive

Deputy Mayor and Franklin Ward Councillor Bill Cashmore says because of the area’s size, some rural communities found accessing vaccinations more difficult.

5 Nov 2021

Helping hand for Papakura community groups

Getting advice on how to cut down waste and create a better environmental future by reducing rubbish sent to landfill will be easier after a Papakura Local Board grant.

4 Nov 2021

Mission Bay’s Trevor Moss Davis Memorial Fountain switched on after water restrictions lifted

Following the lifting of Auckland’s remaining water restrictions in October, Mission Bay’s beloved water fountain will be switched back on this weekend. However, Auckland Council is urging visitors to Selwyn Reserve to refrain from splashing about...

Events

21 Oct 2026 - 23 Oct 2026

InterAct Disability Arts Festival 2026

More than 300 disabled performers, artists and filmmakers will display their talents at the three...

21 Oct 2026 - 08 Nov 2026

Jesus Christ Superstar

The award-winning production and global phenomenon is coming to Auckland.

21 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

BLEND: Music Jam Night

A recurring event for musicians and live electronic music practitioners to connect, experiment, a...

21 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Tech Time

Experience the exciting world of technology featuring Sphero Robots.

21 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Throw it down

Immerse yourself in this intensive six-week course designed for beginners keen to learn the funda...

21 Oct 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Highwic Antique Embroidery Display

A fabulous display of framed antique embroidered pictures will be on display at Highwic.

21 Oct 2026 - 03 Dec 2026

Zero waste drop-in session

Pop in, say hello and let’s work together to create a waste-free Auckland!

14 Oct 2026 - 02 Dec 2026

Life drawing 101

This 8-week course is an introduction to figure drawing, where you will learn how to construct mo...