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Community 14 Sep 2023

Plant swap stall helps you dig Parnell Festival of Roses

Green fingered plant enthusiasts will have the opportunity to grow their own collections at this year’s Parnell Festival of Roses, thanks to a unique stall.

City Centre Waterfront 14 Sep 2023

Midtown Street Party celebrates an area building character through renewal    

On Thursday 28 September the inaugural Midtown Street Party is coming to Elliott, Albert, Victoria, Wellesley, Darby and Queen Streets, and along the historic Strand Arcade - from 6pm to 9pm.

Development 14 Sep 2023

Work programme supports Waiheke wairua

More than $11 million could be spent on community programmes and projects across the motu in the coming years thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Educational 13 Sep 2023

Immersive cultural and environmental education space on the waterfront opens to the public

Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei and Te Kaunihera o Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland Council have partnered to deliver Te Wharekura, a project which celebrates the cultural richness of Te Waitematā, and aims to inspire its protection.

Theatre / Performance 11 Sep 2023

The stage is set for Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out Finals Showcase

Get ready for an electrifying display of talent as the Finals Showcase of Auckland Council’s Stand Up Stand Out kicks off on 23 September at Auckland Town Hall!

Community 31 Aug 2023

Call to halt caulerpa’s spread in Waiheke waters supported by board

Auckland boaters are being asked to stay away from areas of the Waiheke coastline following the discovery of invasive seaweed exotic caulerpa.

Walkways 15 Aug 2023

Signs on point for Tryphena Coastal Trail

Small signposts to enhance one of Aotea / Great Barrier's gems will be installed soon.

Walkways 15 Aug 2023

A walk in the park to Parnell Station

A new pathway creates easier access to Parnell Train Station

Events

07 Jul 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Guided Community Ranger Walks

Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.

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.

26 Sep 2026

Open Forum: A school beside the school?

Join gallerist and educator Emil Scheffmann and Kaiwhakaere Deputy Director Bridget Riggir-Cuddy...

26 Sep 2026

Screen printing workshop

Learn a fun and cost-effective way to create stencils for screen printing in this hands-on workshop.