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Environment 6 Mar 2019

Great Barrier Local Board goes solar-powered

Great Barrier Local Board has adopted a solar-powered system for the council facilities at Claris.

Community 1 Mar 2019

Tide gauge to measure effects of climate change

People in the Waitematā Local Board area will now be able to get involved in measuring the local impacts of climate change.

Exhibition 1 Mar 2019

Restoring a Kiwi icon

How a DIY boat sparked a lifetime at sea.

Environment 22 Feb 2019

Eels reach dead end in Grafton cemetery

Two freshwater ecologists have made a surprising discovery in a small stream in central Auckland.

22 Feb 2019

Local board proposes new cemetery for Great Barrier

A long-awaited cemetery in central Great Barrier is one step closer to realisation and the project is open for public submissions.

Environment 20 Feb 2019

Concern over possibility of flooding on Waiheke drives preventative action

Residents are being urged to prepare for heavy rain throughout the Auckland region this weekend.

Pest Free 19 Feb 2019

Stoat hunt shuts down

An exhaustive search has found no stoats on Great Barrier Island after a reported sighting near Medlands Beach.

Have your say 18 Feb 2019

Annual Budget consultation meetings to be held for Great Barrier residents

Consultation meetings are being held with Great Barrier Island residents as part of the annual budget consultation.

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Open Forum: A school beside the school?

Join gallerist and educator Emil Scheffmann and Kaiwhakaere Deputy Director Bridget Riggir-Cuddy...

26 Sep 2026

Screen printing workshop

Learn a fun and cost-effective way to create stencils for screen printing in this hands-on workshop.

26 Sep 2026

Visit Heritage Pubs

An illustrated talk on the fascinating history of our early neighbourhood pubs.

26 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

A tour of Symonds Street Cemetery

Hidden beside the bustle of busy motorways and inner-city streets is Auckland city's oldest cemet...

26 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Culinary heritage self-guided tour

Learn about the people behind iconic local eateries and discover the flavours and stories that sh...

26 Sep 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

Kava – A taste of Pacific Heritage

Suitable for all backgrounds – whether you're of Pacific Island descent or simply kava-curious.

26 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

All aboard – How Tāmaki moves

Through digital experiences and collection displays, visitors can immerse themselves in the stori...

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!