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Arts 12 Mar 2021

Albatross sculpture soars again

The artwork Flight Support for Albatross has been missing from Auckland’s shoreline for years but this month it returns to land in a new home, on the Devonport side of the Waitematā.

Transport 10 Mar 2021

Papakura Local Board funds transport projects

Lighting around the train station will be improved after Papakura Local Board allocated almost $70,000 to three projects - the lighting and way-finding signage at the station, and a new bus shelter outside Rosehill Intermediate.

Cultural 10 Mar 2021

Manu and the journey of knowledge in Manukau

'The Journeys of Manu' is a unique Augmented Reality app that brings Māori mātauranga (knowledge) and physical activity together in one innovative package.

10 Mar 2021

Iconic centrepiece on show for America's Cup audience

The iconic fountain at Mission Bay will be turned on so that the charms of the eastern seaside suburb can be experienced by the audience for the 36th America’s Cup.

City Centre Waterfront 9 Mar 2021

City centre development will add homes, commercial and retail spaces

New homes and space for business will be created at the heart of Auckland’s public transport network as a key city centre site is destined to become a new mixed-use development.

8 Mar 2021

Tohu at Freeland Reserve represents Mana Whenua-Te Auaunga relationship

A tohu designed, under guidance from mana whenua, for local boards connected with Te Auaunga (Oakley Creek), is set to be used by Kāinga Ora at Freeland Reserve.

Cycling 8 Mar 2021

Safe streets save lives

Manurewa-Papakura Ward Councillor Angela Dalton says local voices need to be part of the 10-year Budget discussion because they will help establish community priorities.

5 Mar 2021

Kaipātiki residents asked for views on targeted rate

Kaipātiki Local Board asks if locals want it to consider a target rate to fund local projects in the future.

Events

15 Apr 2026

Artist Talk — Janet Mazenier

Come along for an evening with Janet Mazenier, hosted by the Friends of Takapuna Library.

15 Apr 2026

Cardboard Play

Design, build, and play using simple cardboard and big imaginations!

15 Apr 2026

Discover Takapuna Reef

Come with us as we adventure along Takapuna Reef to see creatures great and small that live on t...

15 Apr 2026

Robogals: Robots workshop

Learn robot sensors, motors and buttons with block coding to navigate courses, detect obstacles a...

15 Apr 2026

Robotics Fun

Spark your child’s curiosity at our hands-on robotics workshop run by the team from Robogals.

15 Apr 2026

School holidays in the Square

Join us for an action-packed day of school holiday fun!

15 Apr 2026

The Magic of Glowworms

Enjoy fun facts, photos, and a chance to connect with one of New Zealand’s most enchanting natura...

15 Apr 2026

Whānau fun day at Catherine Plaza

Join us for a free, family-friendly morning of creative, hands-on activities in the heart of Hend...