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Transport 18 Jul 2017

Residential Parking Zone proposed for Grafton

Auckland Transport (AT) is looking at introducing paid parking with a residential parking zone for Grafton. This will manage car-parking for residents and visitors.

Transport 14 Jul 2017

Work starts on final stages of central city cycle loop

Phase two of the Nelson Street Cycleway has started, with phase three to follow.

Environment 13 Jul 2017

Long grass on motorway verges helping keep dotterels safe

The NZ Transport Agency is deliberately letting the grass grow long on some verges along the Northern Motorway to help protect endangered dotterels in the area.

Community 12 Jul 2017

Charge your phone for free in the city

As part of its Low Carbon Action Plan, Waitematā Local Board has placed two solar-powered device-charging tables in high-pedestrian areas of the inner city.

Sports / Leisure 12 Jul 2017

New lights to brighten experience at Mt Smart Stadium

One of the most sophisticated lighting systems on the planet is about to be unveiled at Mt Smart Stadium, giving sports fans a chance to see all the action more vividly.

Plans / Projects 12 Jul 2017

The City Rail Link in numbers

The CRL is one of the biggest transport projects ever undertaken in Auckland. What does that look like in numbers? Read on to find out.

Transport 11 Jul 2017

What are those big red silos near Britomart?

People passing by the former Chief Post Office building in Lower Queen Street will have noticed some shiny new additions to the construction area.

Environment 7 Jul 2017

Conservation hero is saving pollinators

OurAuckland talks to Andrea Reid, the creator and champion of the Pollinator Paths movement.

Events

14 Nov 2026

Gently Loved Markets Flea

Join us for the last Flea Market of 2026!

14 Nov 2026

Mini bugs: A clay craft for kids

Drop in to the Auckland Botanic Gardens visitor centre and get creative.

14 Nov 2026

Support kids in hospital craft workshop

Create handmade cards and bracelets that will be included in care packages for children currently...

14 Nov 2026 - 28 Feb 2027

Sculpture in the Gardens

New Zealand’s most popular outdoor art event, returns to Auckland Botanic Gardens for its 10th ex...

12 Sep 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Panmure

Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to help people make the most of thei...

05 Sep 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Singing Workshop

Learn and brush up essential singing techniques and improve your sound, both as a chorister and a...

08 Aug 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Te Atatū artisan and handmade market

Discover a friendly community market celebrating local New Zealand artisans and handmade products.

13 Jun 2026 - 14 Nov 2026

Paper Crafts - Takapuna

Enjoy a relaxed, hands-on workshop where you’ll try a different paper craft each month.