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Community 8 Nov 2024

New Point Chevalier library on track to open in autumn 2025

Point Chevalier is set to welcome its newest community facility next year – with a new modular library set to open its doors in May 2025.

City Centre Waterfront 7 Nov 2024

AUT design students have renewed their own backyard

St Paul Street has been renewed by the people who use it most – students of AUT.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Love Yourz

The first-ever combined youth groups event in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board area was a sparkling and uplifting celebration, as the area honours its exceptional youth and their remarkable contributions to the community.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Papakura Stream helpers celebrate progress

There are thousands more plants along the Papakura Stream's banks thanks to committed volunteers.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Santa's Papakura SOS answered

The annual Papakura Christmas Parade has a new venue.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Community projects get a helping hand in Hibiscus and Bays

Twenty-four organisations were recently awarded a share of $63,678.50 to support their work helping communities in Hibiscus and Bays.

Community 7 Nov 2024

Christmas cheer and festive fun coming to Henderson

Christmas is coming and the Henderson Christmas Festival is back for 2024, with a new addition!

Development 7 Nov 2024

Report: Learn how the city centre targeted rate drives its renewal, economy and culture

Annual report showcases the vital role the city centre targeted rate plays in promoting the vibrancy and prosperity of Auckland's heart.

Events

14 Jul 2026

DIY sensory kit workshop

Come and DIY your very own Matariki sensory kit with Messy Rainbows!

14 Jul 2026

Kids' star craft

Kids will learn simple weaving techniques using bright multi-colour yarn to create a beautiful st...

14 Jul 2026

Matariki cookie decorating

A fun, hands‑on activity for tamariki to enjoy while learning about the stars of Matariki and the...

14 Jul 2026 - 18 Jul 2026

Dog Man: The Musical

Based on the worldwide bestselling series from Dav Pilkey.

14 Jul 2026 - 12 Jan 2027

Book Chat - Birkenhead

Drop in for a cuppa and a chat about what we've just been reading.

07 Jul 2026 - 14 Jul 2026

Matariki Storytime - Parnell

We look forward to sharing some fun and adventurous stories!

07 Jul 2026 - 15 Jul 2026

School Holidays - Waiheke

Enjoy our fun Matariki themed school holiday activities!

07 Jul 2026 - 28 Jul 2026

Ngā Whetū o Takurua (The Stars of Winter)

Gaze up at the night sky and learn about the stars from a Māori perspective.