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Arts 10 Mar 2020

Young artists mentored on Waiheke

E Tipu E Rea is pairing youth with established Māori artists.

Transport 10 Mar 2020

Train usage on the rise in Pukekohe

Large numbers of Pukekohe residents are choosing to commute by train. Electrification of the line is tipped to make that number grow again.

Community 10 Mar 2020

Have your say online about Franklin issues

The sheer size of the Franklin Local Board area makes engaging with its diverse communities a challenge, but it's one the board is keen to rise to.

Pools 9 Mar 2020

Cheaper entry boosts Manurewa pool use numbers

Manurewa Local Board's subsidised entry to its pools has boosted attendance numbers.

Have your say 9 Mar 2020

Papakura Local Board takes consultation to the people

A new online platform for people to share their ideas is making it easier for people to take part in planning for their communities.

Theatre / Performance 6 Mar 2020

Australian bushfire victims helped by Papakura concert

A variety concert at Papakura's Hawkins Theatre over the weekend will raise money for Australia's Bushfire Relief Fund.

City Centre Waterfront 6 Mar 2020

One year until the 36th America’s Cup hits our shores

The 36th America’s Cup is set to get underway on Auckland’s Waitematā on 6 March 2021.

6 Mar 2020

Decision on resource consent notification for proposed national Erebus memorial

An independent commissioner has made a decision on the resource consent notification for the proposed national Erebus memorial at Dove-Myer Robinson Park.

Events

25 Jul 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

One cup, one thousand stories

Join these hands-on sessions to immerse in the experience and along the way, gain a deeper unders...

26 Jan 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Rānui Book Chat

Come along, connect with fellow readers, and get inspired — we’d love to see you there!

27 Oct 2026

The art of micro macrame: Beginner jewellery making

A 6-week micro macrame journey with artist Yoko Onishi through four handmade jewellery projects -...

28 Oct 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Songs for Nobodies

Three of New Zealand’s most prominent theatrical forces create an unforgettable production.

28 Oct 2026 - 25 Nov 2026

Water-based woodblock printing

In this five-week course, you’ll be introduced to the fundamentals of this sustainable and low-te...

29 Oct 2026

The food of WW1: Bully beef, biscuits and bullets

Let's take a look at some of the staple food dished up to the men and women who went to fight for...

29 Oct 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Teen Artwork

In a fully equipped art studio including professional grade materials, students work progressivel...

30 Oct 2026

Specialist drop-in: Throwing from the body

This intermediate-level class explores ways to throw larger forms by working with the body rather...