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Food / Drink 1 Dec 2017

The Kitchen Project launches

Emerging food entrepreneurs in west Auckland can now apply for The Kitchen Project, a local initiative that offers affordable kitchen space for product development as well as a mentoring programme.

Arts 1 Dec 2017

Top creative talent take up residency at Studio One Toi Tū

Studio One Toi Tū has announced the five recipients of their 2017/2018 Creative Studio Residency.

Community 1 Dec 2017

What I love about . . . Centennial Park

OurAuckland talks to Richard Hursthouse, who chairs Forest and Bird, North Shore and the Centennial Park Bush Society.

Community 30 Nov 2017

Commission decides no change for Auckland

North Rodney and Waiheke Island will remain part of Auckland Council after the Local Government Commission decided against proposals for separate unitary councils.

Cultural 30 Nov 2017

The story of the mighty Maungakiekie

The Maungakiekie pā (Māori fortress) was once home to several thousand people.

Waste 30 Nov 2017

Red bins on a roll in south and east Auckland

Thanks, south and east Auckland – you’re winning at binning the bags!

Environment 30 Nov 2017

An app to report myrtle rust

Smartphone app for spotting and reporting myrtle rust.

29 Nov 2017

New-look Teed Street open for business

Newmarket hotspot Teed Street has been transformed under Waitematā Local Board’s Laneways Plan.

Events

02 Oct 2026 - 04 Oct 2026

Coffee with Eelco-dinner Theatre

Come for dinner at Lake House Arts and stay for the show!

02 Oct 2026 - 02 Apr 2027

Te Atatū Food Truck Fridays

Experience Auckland’s longest running community food truck night, with delicious street food, liv...

03 Oct 2026

2026 Epsom Moon Festival

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with a fun-filled day of culture, creativity, delicious food an...

03 Oct 2026

A Taste of Parnell

Learn about the history of market gardens in the area and explore one of Auckland’s best farmers...

03 Oct 2026

A Tavola Con Gli Italiani - Dining with Italians

Explore the evolution of food within Italy and the influences from overseas, including drinks and...

03 Oct 2026

Blockhouse Bay: Day trip paradise then and now

Guided by Krystene Vickers from the Blockhouse Bay Historical Society, the tour sets off from Arm...

03 Oct 2026

Botanical printing workshop: Fabric has memory

Transform vintage Japanese silk into a uniquely printed scarf of your very own.

03 Oct 2026

Culture kitchen: Documentary screening and feast

A live cultural experience for the Auckland Heritage Festival.