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Zero Waste 15 Dec 2025

One year on: Anamata’s journey of recovery and renewal

One year after a major fire tore through the Anamata Shop and main shed at the Aotea Community Recycling Centre (CRC) on Aotea / Great Barrier Island, the team reflect on what has happened since.

Community 12 Dec 2025

Marking a milestone in the west: Auckland Council turns 15

Here in West Auckland, our local boards have played a big part in shaping the story since amalgamation in 2010.

Community 12 Dec 2025

15 years on: Auckland Council’s eastern boards reflect on progress

Auckland Council is 15 years old this month and to celebrate we’ve put together a selection of key local achievements, projects and upgrades that have grown and benefited communities across the region. 

Community 12 Dec 2025

Reflecting on 15 years: Auckland Council and southern communities

From new parks to major upgrades, South Auckland’s local boards are behind some of the biggest wins for our communities - creating spaces and opportunities that bring people together and build pride in our place.

Community 12 Dec 2025

Northern local boards mark 15 Years of Auckland Council

Auckland Council turns 15 this month! To mark the milestone, we’re celebrating local projects that have made a difference in our communities — see the highlights from north of the Harbour Bridge.

Arts 10 Dec 2025

From museum to a thriving neighbourhood hub - Te Toi Uku celebrates heritage with community 

Step inside Te Toi Uku / Crown Lynn Museum today and you’ll notice the transformation instantly.

Community 10 Dec 2025

Powering up with sunshine in Claris

Claris Club and Conference Centre are now powered by solar thanks to grant funding from the local board.

City Centre Waterfront 10 Dec 2025

Queen Street becomes a magical pathway of festive light

Kids can phone an elf, shine selfie pics on the sun, make a seagull squawk, witness Santa’s workshop and more. Don’t miss 2025’s new promenade of festive fun. 

Events

20 Oct 2026

Essential parenting skills

A session filled with interesting facts, practical information and exciting activities for parent...

20 Oct 2026

Tea and Topics - Woodturning

Strett Nicolson, formal president of South Auckland Woodturners Guild will talk about the history...

20 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Future Potters Club

Ignite your child’s creativity and let them discover the wonders of clay with our six-week Future...

20 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Throw it down remix

This six-week course course is open to beginners, intermediate potters and beyond!

20 Oct 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Shared reading group

A welcoming space where you can listen or read aloud short stories and poems over tea or coffee

13 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Art & Tea

A holistic wellbeing course based on the freedom of artistic expression.

13 Oct 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Portrait foundations

This 8-week course will teach drawing methods taught by masters Frank Riley, Andrew Loomis and Jo...

13 Oct 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Reading to Mango

Spend some quality time with our furry friend Mango as you read your favorite books to him.