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Community 7 Mar 2019

Local board applauds fizz-free event

One of south Auckland’s most popular summer events, the Portage Crossing, took the bold step of declaring themselves ‘fizz free’ this year.

Cultural 7 Mar 2019

The open arms of Ruapotaka Marae

Ruapotaka Marae provides whānau-based services to Māori and to the wider community in the heart of Glen Innes.

Community 7 Mar 2019

Fall in amount of graffiti vandalism in Albert-Eden

The overall number of graffiti vandalism incidents in the Albert-Eden local board area dropped from 9137 in 2017 to 8615 in 2018.

Heritage 7 Mar 2019

New Manurewa toilets reveal railway history

Commuters needing a pit stop at Manurewa train station will not only get some relief - but a little insight into local history.

Beaches 6 Mar 2019

WATCH: The Manukau Harbour's stunning beauty

A place of such beauty, in need of our protection and care.

Environment 6 Mar 2019

Great Barrier Local Board goes solar-powered

Great Barrier Local Board has adopted a solar-powered system for the council facilities at Claris.

Environment 5 Mar 2019

Remuera tree with Dutch elm disease to be removed

An elm tree on Benson Road in Remuera will be removed after being found to have Dutch elm disease.

Arts 5 Mar 2019

Kate Sheppard ribbons come to life in art

Team up and move the Kate Sheppard ribbons in a new interactive sculpture by artist Jae Kang in Pukekohe.

Events

19 Sep 2026

Pounamu workshop - Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori

Pounamu whale tooth workshop Rei niho Paraoa or Rei Puta are pendants traditionally made from wha...

19 Sep 2026

Space out: Creative reset for adults

Listen to music or an e-book. Read, write, colour or just relax and take a breath!

19 Sep 2026

Tāmaki Untold: All Aboard Auckland

Join us as we celebrate the opening of the City Rail Link (CRL).

19 Sep 2026

Trio Korimato

Three internationally renowned musicians look forward to bringing their music to life as the Kori...

19 Sep 2026

Uku to pepeha for rangatahi

In this fun clay workshop you'll shape, carve and decorate a one-of-a-kind artwork that tells you...

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Making mugs workshop

Enjoy a relaxed weekend learning how to make your own mugs!

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Te wiki o te reo Māori hīkoi

Join us for a captivating walking tour highlighting significant Māori artworks that shape the cit...

19 Sep 2026 - 20 Sep 2026

Te wiki o te reo Māori tour of Ngā Taonga Tūturu: Treasured Māori Portraits

Grow your mātauranga Māori (Māori knowledge) on some of the tūpuna (ancestors) portrayed in Gottf...