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Cycling 21 Feb 2018

Ian McKinnon Drive Cycleway construction begins

Construction starts on a new link to better connect the North Western Cycleway to the city centre.

Plans / Projects 14 Feb 2018

New deal makes 'Wynyard hybrid' proposal a viable option for America’s Cup

The Government and Auckland Council welcome a new deal for a Wynyard hybrid option that will deliver a world class America’s Cup village on Auckland’s waterfront in 2020-21.

Environment 13 Feb 2018

Sustainable tourism strategy for Waiheke Island

A community-led initiative is being launched to develop a sustainable tourism strategy for the island.

Transport 5 Feb 2018

Big CRL rig ends her construction journey

The bright red 90 tonne piling rig named Sandrine that has been working around Britomart Transport Centre has just finished her journey.

Environment 24 Jan 2018

Auckland's seabird hotspots

Step out to a feathered adventure on our doorstep.

Transport 19 Jan 2018

Work continues for Quay Street Cycleway Extension

Work has resumed in Quay Street today.

Cycling 15 Jan 2018

Life in the Bike Lane – Sam Learmonth

Lawyer Sam Learmonth regularly rides around Herne Bay and the waterfront, via Westhaven.

Events

27 Sep 2026

Auckland Maritime Heritage Walk

Starting from the Historic Percy Vos shed, maritime historian Baden Pascoe leads an engaging walk...

27 Sep 2026

Volcano Fest: Auckland's fiery story

Calling all curious minds, from young explorers to the young at heart.

27 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Food stories from Waiheke Island

This event features three distinct presentations exploring the island's diverse food producers an...

27 Sep 2026 - 11 Oct 2026

Rangitoto Island Bach Museum Open Day

Come along to hear the fascinating stories of the people who lived, worked and holidayed in this...

31 May 2026 - 29 Nov 2026

Balcony Garden Social Club

Share knowledge, learn, make friends and swap resources to help your balcony garden thrive!

28 Sep 2026 - 29 Sep 2026

Monster Mug Mayhem

Choose from your favourite freaky monster and create your own hand-built clay mug.

28 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Open for business: 1970s Ponsonby exhibition

Photographer Louise Lonsdale-Cooper turned her lens on Ponsonby Road’s 1970s streetscape, documen...

28 Sep 2026 - 07 Oct 2026

Open for business: A photographic exhibition of the 1970s

Photographer Louise Lonsdale-Cooper documented the everyday life, distinctive characters and chan...