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City Centre Waterfront 1 Jul 2020

A living connection between land and sea

The transformation of Downtown Auckland is being accompanied by an equally radical shift in how the marine environment in the Ferry Basin can be revitalised.

Arts 1 Jul 2020

Milford Reserve’s new work of light

Visitors to Milford Reserve now see a soft violet hue wash over Beacon and shafts of light beam into the sky from dusk until 10pm.

Arts 1 Jul 2020

Boy Walking brings new light to Dominion Road

Lights are now switched on for night-time viewing and to bring new light to Dominion Road and Potters Park.

Plans / Projects 30 Jun 2020

People-friendly streets to be trialled in Henderson

Waitākere Ward councillors Shane Henderson and Linda Cooper welcome the news that Henderson’s town centre will receive funding from Waka Kotahi the NZ Transport Agency to trial a people-friendly streets project.

Cultural 29 Jun 2020

Waka workshops with the people of Moana

Waka workshops introduce Aucklanders and urban youth to the mighty Polynesian seafaring canoes and the sport of waka ama.

Beaches 26 Jun 2020

Safety volunteers backed in local board grants

Franklin Local Board has made more than $50,000 of grants to groups working to keep people safe at sea.

Sports / Leisure 26 Jun 2020

Finalists named for 2020 Howick Sports Awards

More than sixty finalists have been shortlisted for the 2020 Howick Sports Awards for the last year’s season.

Environment 26 Jun 2020

Titirangi chickens go global

An Auckland Council story is going viral and spreading its wings… just like Titirangi’s feral chickens.

Events

11 Dec 2026

Hands On Ecology series: Ngahere and interconnected biodiversity

Designed for community restoration groups and anyone keen to learn about restoration ecology thro...

12 Dec 2026

Coca-Cola Christmas in the Park

Gather your friends and family and get ready for the biggest, happiest Christmas party in town!

12 Dec 2026

Ocean Swim Series: Bean Rock

This event offers swimmers a rare opportunity to race around Bean Rock Lighthouse, one of Aucklan...

15 Dec 2026

Air Supply 50th Anniversary Celebration

For the first time in five years - Air Supply will return to Auckland for one night only!

18 Dec 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

Christmas Cheer

Gather whānau and friends together for this special concert.

19 Jun 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Mending Circle

Got a beloved sweater with a pesky moth hole? A favourite pair of jeans with a blowout, or a chil...

12 Jan 2027

Waterless lithography made easier

Join artist Steve Lovett to learn the accessible and effective process of waterless lithographic...

13 Jan 2027

Ceramic light

A whimsical, tactile journey to create a functional ceramic candelabra or wall sconce.