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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

29 Sep 2026

Preserving the feast: Beeswax wrap workshop

Enjoyable for families, curious kids and anyone who loves food.

29 Sep 2026

Rationing 1939-1950: The household experience

In this presentation, Lynley Stone from the Mt Albert Historical Society looks closely at the ite...

29 Sep 2026

Scrapbooking Grannie's Recipes

Share a copy of your recipe for our Grannie's Goodies display and find a 'new to you' tried-and-t...

29 Sep 2026 - 06 Oct 2026

Children’s Breadmaking 101

Come along to discover the simple, rewarding joy of traditional baking.

29 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Food beyond taste: Exploring five senses

Join us as we take a slightly different look at the things we eat.

30 Sep 2026

130 Years: French Settlers to Alliance Française

Discover the remarkable story of French presence in Auckland since 1896 and the parallel history...

30 Sep 2026

Butter-making with Howick Historical Village

Join us for a butter-making experience where kids will discover how butter was traditionally made.

30 Sep 2026

Chinese market gardens and fruit shops

In this engaging presentation, Ruth Lam discusses the history of essential enterprises.