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6 Apr 2017

Waiheke community shines during the storm

Waiheke is a community of less than 8,000 residents and though they don’t always agree on things, what became clear over the past few weeks is that the community spirit is alive and well.

Transport 5 Apr 2017

Strong international interest in City Rail Link construction

The City Rail Link (CRL) has attracted strong international interest in the contract for the project's tunnels and stations.

Cultural 3 Apr 2017

Live events pump up the volume

Discover free live events and performances at your local Auckland Council art centre.

Environment 3 Apr 2017

Councillors champion new bin service for Manukau

Manukau Ward Councillors Alf Filipaina and Fa’anānā Efeso Collins are encouraging residents to embrace rather than fear the move from rubbish bags to bins.

Community 3 Apr 2017

Ranfurly Care celebrates 25 years of service

Epsom residential care and activity centre the Ranfurly Care Society recently celebrated 25 years of service.

Arts 31 Mar 2017

Images capture Waterview Connection

Blockhouse Bay photographer Dianne Smith has captured the transformative Waterview Connection project through a series of images that reflect its scale and significance.

Community 31 Mar 2017

Oranga Primary kids hit the bike track

Excited pupils headed out with their bikes at Oranga Primary School to celebrate the official opening of their Bikes in Schools track, which was completed in January.

Heritage 31 Mar 2017

Flashback Friday: Auckland's 80s boom

Emerging Auckland looks back to the mid-1980s, when Auckland was undergoing a construction boom.

Events

12 Sep 2026

Spring Flower Show

A showcase of stunning blooms, plants, produce and floral art to inspire and delight.

12 Sep 2026

Whānau Day - Kōanga Festival

Storytelling, kapa haka, performances, kēmu and kai.

12 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Make a teapot

Join this two-day teapot workshop! Make and fire up to two teapots.

12 Sep 2026 - 03 Oct 2026

The Cottage

Enjoy this performance about a whirlwind of tangled romances.

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...

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.

23 May 2026 - 05 Dec 2026

Manahua - A Weavers’ Collective

Join the group as they share their journey and weaving practice.