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Plans / Projects 11 Feb 2019

New marine facility confirmed for Wynyard Quarter

The new facility will feature a marine haul-out and refit facility, commercial buildings and a residential tower.

Environment 4 Feb 2019

Recognition for Waiheke Island’s zero-waste ideas

Innovative waste solutions get funding.

Environment 1 Feb 2019

The untold stories of kauri dieback

A new photography exhibition examines kauri dieback through the stories of people fighting to save our trees.

Community 1 Feb 2019

Get together for Round the Bays

Round the Bays is just round the corner, so it’s time to sign up and kick that training into gear.

Community 23 Jan 2019

Improvements to Kelmarna Gardens will welcome visitors

Visitors to Kelmarna Gardens will benefit from new improvements thanks to Waitematā Local Board.

Transport 22 Jan 2019

Waterfront trams to ride again

The historic Wynyard Quarter tramline will have its original 1.5km route reinstated until 2021.

Environment 18 Jan 2019

Success for Waiheke Island's newest baby dotterel

A dotterel chick which has been at the centre of local attention has taken flight.

Community 17 Jan 2019

Auckland Council strides with Pride

Auckland has come a long way in celebrating the rainbow community, and Auckland Council is proud to be leading the way.

Events

29 May 2026

Self-portrait drawing

In this 2-hour workshop, participants will enjoy the calm and creative process of moving their ha...

02 Jun 2026 - 03 Jun 2026

Tā: Siapo as a living practice

This two-day workshop introduces participants to the traditional art practice of siapo-making as...

03 Jun 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

Balloon Dog

Our award-winning creative team bring you all the things people love about Indian Ink: humour, he...

04 Jun 2026

Mamalu workshop

The workshop invites critical reflection on issues of cultural appropriation, authorship, and the...

04 Jun 2026

Siva Mo Lou Soifua Manuia workshop

This workshop offers a nurturing journey into Siva Samoa, where movement supports wellbeing.

04 Jun 2026 - 02 Jul 2026

Teen Artwork

This course is ideal for teens at all skill levels and for those considering further education in...

08 Jun 2026 - 22 Jun 2026

Woodcut Prints

The course will cover several approaches to woodcut printing, including layering blocks and combi...

11 Jun 2026

Chopin & Tchaikovsky

The stunning Russian-Armenian pianist Eva Gevorgyan makes her NZ debut with the delicate, melanch...