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Plans / Projects 18 Sep 2020

Waitematā Local Board backs Leys Institute restoration

Waitematā Local Board has endorsed the development of a detailed business case for the restoration of the Leys Institute buildings.

Waste 14 Sep 2020

Recycling collections go electric on Waiheke

Waiheke Island gets into the fast lane of zero waste with the arrival of Auckland Council’s first zero emissions electric vehicle for roadside rubbish and recycling collections.

Community 7 Sep 2020

'No mow' pilot at Grey Lynn Park will see slopes returned to wilderness

A ‘no mow’ pilot at Grey Lynn Park is being funded by the Waitematā Local Board to improve biodiversity outcomes.

Environment 7 Sep 2020

Pollution prevention project to protect waterways in Waitematā

A new programme will help educate Eden Terrace businesses about their impact on local waterways.

Mayor 18 Aug 2020

Improved facilities for people walking and cycling across Auckland

Auckland Transport (AT) is delivering the first of a rolling set of initiatives on 20 roads and popular walkways across Auckland to assist with safe physical distancing during COVID-19 Alert Level 3.

Mayor 18 Aug 2020

More space for people on Queen Street

With the country in Alert Level 3, Auckland Transport (AT) and Auckland Council have made changes on Queen Street to increase space for people walking, on bikes and using public transport in the city centre.

City Centre Waterfront 3 Aug 2020

Building a resilient city

Over the past year, strengthening of a 600-metre section of the seawall has been underway; the first significant strengthening work to be done to the seawall since it was completed in 1925.

Have your say 29 Jul 2020

Plan to strengthen communities in Waitematā

Waitematā Local Board looks to help restore social connectedness and increase community resilience following the impacts of COVID-19.

Events

10 Apr 2026

Mai i Kurawaka

Mai i Kurawaka envisions a future where ikura is honoured as a sacred gift, not hidden, silenced,...

10 Apr 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Leys Institute Little Library's school holidays events

Enjoy fun times at these school holiday events.

20 Mar 2026 - 17 Apr 2026

Handmade Jewellery

Explore fundamental jewellery-making techniques while developing their own personal style.

07 Nov 2025 - 26 Jul 2026

Ngā Huhua: Abundance

The exhibition reveals how both the giants and the smallest creatures play vital roles in maintai...

15 Aug 2025 - 21 Aug 2026

Friday Night Board Games

Join us at Central Library for board games, fun, and friendly competition!

11 Apr 2026

Decorative Repair Workshop with Barbara Woodman

Held alongside the vibrant Parnell Farmers’ Market, these sessions offer a warm, welcoming space...

28 Feb 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

The Little Leys Classic Film Club

The Leys Institute Little Library’s film club screens famous, influential, and entertaining maste...

31 Jan 2026 - 11 Apr 2026

After the undercurrents

This exhibition brings together the artwork of Gordon Bennett and Emily Karaka, two senior painte...