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Community news 20 Aug 2026

Glow up: more Puketāpapa fields to light up at night

More Puketāpapa sports fields will shine bright at night.

Transport 19 Aug 2026

$1.7 million transport investment for Waitākere Ranges

The projects will help connect neighbourhoods, improve access to public transport and give people more sustainable ways to get where they need to go.

Community news 19 Aug 2026

Waiheke grants bring stories to life and protect native wildlife

Local board funding is helping Waiheke community groups deliver creative experiences for families while supporting the island’s ongoing fight to eradicate stoats.

Community news 19 Aug 2026

From baroque music to environmental science, local grants make a difference

Devonport-Takapuna Local Board grants are helping local organisations deliver projects that benefit the community.

Community news 18 Aug 2026

Landing on the right park: next lot of Tāmaki land exchanges open for feedback

Future park improvements are locked in for Maungakiekie-Tamaki, with the confirmation of land exchanges for Maybury Reserve (eastern end), Taurica Reserve and Torino Reserve. 

Community news 18 Aug 2026

Opening hours changing at four Henderson-Massey libraries

Opening hours at four Henderson-Massey libraries and community hubs will change slightly from 10 October to better meet community demand and visiting patterns.

Community news 14 Aug 2026

Celebrating 15 years of young leaders in East Auckland

For 15 years, Howick Youth Council has been proving that young people aren’t just the leaders of tomorrow — they’re already leading today.

Community news 13 Aug 2026

A helping hand when it matters most

When technology, paperwork or government systems become overwhelming, island residents have someone they can turn to.

Events

22 Sep 2026 - 18 Oct 2026

Cabaret

Enjoy one of the most iconic musicals of all time with a dazzling cast of New Zealand’s finest mu...

17 Sep 2026 - 28 Feb 2027

First Light: Australasia's largest public art lightwall returns

Australasia's largest public art lightwall will once again illuminate Auckland's waterfront.

01 Sep 2026 - 01 Jan 2027

eBook Group

Share your thoughts with others, get book recommendations, track your reading and vote on book cl...

29 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2029

Te Ripo o te Moana: Taonga Through Time

Bringing together taonga Māori from the Museum’s collection in an exhibition exploring the richne...

23 Aug 2026 - 01 Nov 2026

Group Show: The Crackling of the Sun

This exhibition moves through constellations and imaginaries, where time fractures, loops and ret...

23 Aug 2026 - 15 Nov 2026

Ruth Ige: The Evocation of Worlds

An exhibition exploring identity, belonging and representations of Blackness.

21 Aug 2026 - 11 Dec 2026

Kaumātua and open groove

Enjoy a fun, high-energy workout that's suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

21 Aug 2026 - 18 Dec 2026

Friday Unwind: Qigong, Yoga, Kirtan Meditation

Come along, unwind, relax your body and mind.