Hero image

Local

News

Community 30 Nov 2018

Parade goes fossil fuel free

Organisers are taking a green approach to this year's Waiheke Island Christmas parade.

Cycling 30 Nov 2018

Ian McKinnon Drive Cycleway officially opened

The Ian McKinnon Drive Cycleway was officially opened on Friday 30 November.

Community 27 Nov 2018

Well-loved festival a big success

The Parnell Festival of Roses attracted 9000 visitors as the event celebrated its 25th anniversary.

Pest Free 27 Nov 2018

Meet a Pest Free Hero – Windy Hill Sanctuary

Meet the group trapping pests and restoring native wildlife on Great Barrier Island.

Have your say 27 Nov 2018

Waiheke Pathways Plan to improve island infrastructure

The proposed plan would improve footpaths, roads and trails for the island's residents and tourists.

26 Nov 2018

St Mary’s Bay water project to dramatically reduce contamination

The combined sewer and stormwater network will deliver significant results.

Arts 26 Nov 2018

TAPAC and Waitematā Local Board celebrate new partnership

A new arts partnership has been forged between TAPAC and Waitematā Local Board.

26 Nov 2018

Planning for future of Great Barrier Island underway

Work is underway on the Great Barrier Island Area Plan that will set out a 30-year vision for the island’s future development.

Events

18 Apr 2026

Raranga Harakeke: Weaving Flax with Rewa Grimsdale

Learn about the culture and techniques of raranga in this beginner's workshop.

18 Apr 2026

WilderFest

Set in the heart of Waiheke, this immersive festival brings together local community groups, inte...

19 Apr 2026

This Love Between Us

Bach Musica NZ welcomes guest conductor Jono Palmer, known for his work with the Auckland Chamber...

19 Apr 2026 - 26 Apr 2026

Make-a-Fish Badge

Create your own ocean-inspired badge using fishy stamps or inky fingerprints to design a colourfu...

20 Apr 2026 - 25 Apr 2026

Vector Lights for Anzac Day 2026

Vector Lights is honouring the courageous military personnel of Aotearoa New Zealand, past and pr...

21 Apr 2026

Collected and classified: Biology in a box

Hear art historian Andrew McKay, floral artist Felicity Jones and Auckland Museum invertebrates c...

21 Apr 2026 - 09 Jun 2026

Portrait Drawing 101

This course will introduce you to the head drawing methods taught by masters Frank Riley, Andrew...

17 Feb 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Social Knitting Club at Little Leys

Whether you're a crochet novice or master knitter, if you want to meet other like-minded crafty f...