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Community news 12 Feb 2026

From markets to manu – what’s on in Aotea this summer

Here are our top summer picks of things to do on Aotea / Great Barrier.

Community news 12 Feb 2026

Get out and about across Waitematā this summer

Summer is here! If you’re looking something to do with your kids, grandchildren or neighbours, look no further.

Community 27 Jan 2026

Waiheke board supports community and environmental projects in latest grant round

The Waiheke Local Board has allocated funding to a range of local and environmental projects through its Local and Environmental Grant Round, supporting initiatives that benefit the island’s community and environment.

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 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. 

Community 3 Dec 2025

Councillor Mike Lee awarded the John Dunmore Medal

Councillor Mike Lee was recently awarded the John Dunmore Medal for his contributions to the natural history of New Zealand.

City Centre Waterfront 1 Dec 2025

Summer of nostalgia for six majestic icons

Take a moment to picture how inventive Auckland was in the early 1900s.

Events

08 Oct 2026

Ladies, A Talk: An Evening with Alexa Johnston

Join author Alexa Johnston for a delicious journey through New Zealand’s baking traditions, from...

08 Oct 2026

Piringatahi: A heritage feast

Come along and browse a curated selection of cookbooks from 1714 to the present.

08 Oct 2026

Piringatahi: Heritage collections up close

This is a unique opportunity to get up close with heritage collections held at Auckland Council L...

09 Oct 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Tōrua

An immersive contemporary dance journey that transforms the city into a living stage.

10 Oct 2026

He Hākari Kōrero: A Feast of Stories

Participants are invited to experience a free one-hour kōrero where heritage is something to be f...

10 Oct 2026

Parnell Streams and Gullies Heritage Walk

An enriching look into the early connection between the natural landscape and the development of...

10 Oct 2026

Winter's End Pottery Market

A pottery market with unique and fun workshops on offer.

10 Oct 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Kids toy boat building activity

This free workshop invites the next generation of creators to build their very own wooden toy boat.