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Beaches 29 Apr 2016

Manukau Harbour home to many gems

With 520km of coastline, the Manukau Harbour is New Zealand’s second biggest harbour. It’s also home to many hidden gems which are well worth a visit while summer is still with us.

Sports / Leisure 29 Apr 2016

Don’t forget to see the forget-me-not at the Botanic Gardens

With their delicate white rosette like leaves forget-me-not are a firm favourite with visitors to Auckland’s Botanic Gardens.

Environment 29 Apr 2016

Discover ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’ at the Botanic Gardens

Nau, or ‘Cook’s Scurvy Grass’, is one of the many coastal herbs which would have helped rid Captain Cook’s crew of scurvy.

Community 28 Apr 2016

Housing update: Glen Innes, Point England and Panmure

Tamaki Regeneration Company (TRC) is making great strides in regenerating the Auckland suburbs of Glen Innes, Point England and Panmure.

Transport 28 Apr 2016

New trial reduces traffic speed in Silverdale Village

Early feedback indicates that motorists are reducing their speed when travelling through the area.

Sports / Leisure 27 Apr 2016

Whitewater park opens in south Auckland

Auckland's purpose-built whitewater park opened to the public today.

Film 27 Apr 2016

Waitākere on screen

With its black sand beaches, distinctive coastal villages, rugged coastline and expansive bush, the Waitākere Ranges area has long been a destination for filming.

Educational 27 Apr 2016

Interns making a big difference

What's it like interning at Auckland Council? We spoke with Licensing and Compliance intern Nicola Clark.

Events

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Blockhouse Bay: Meet your local cafes and eateries

This special exhibition and slideshow presentation offers a snapshot of the local business commun...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Clevedon Village Heritage Trail

This 8km walk encompasses 19 historical sites, supported by compelling history and images on a de...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Engineering New Zealand Heritage Walks

Join one or both of these fascinating walks for history, architecture, and engineering enthusiasts!

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Explore the past, capture the moment

Snap a photo in front of the special photo wall and go in the draw to win prizes!

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Grannie's goodies

Come along to celebrate the delicious flavours of our past and help keep these culinary tradition...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Growing out west – How migrants fed Auckland

Join us for an archival exhibition about the people who established the vital market gardens and...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Maungauika – A Mountain of Food

Learn how a kitchen was established on the mountain to feed the prisoners who helped ensure the f...

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

New Zealand heritage recipe books - 1848-1949

Take a stroll down memory lane - or rather ‘cookery’ lane.