What’s on
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City Centre Special Events
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Balcony to Bay
Thursday 5th March (Postponed to 12 April)
5:30-7:30pm
Free Event
From rooftop pollinators to street‑tree birdlife, the city is full of surprising species and stories. Learn about the plants and wildlife living right outside your door and how you can help them thrive.
Starting at St Andrew’s Hall (2 Symonds Street) and finishing at Aaiotanga Space (22 Emily Place)
For more information and to book your place, please visit: https://events.humanitix.com/balcony-to-bay
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City Neighbours Summer Picnic
Saturday 14th March
Midday to 2pm
Free Event / Free Ice Cream
Emily Pl. Reserve
Bring your own food and drink
Free Ice-Cream (incl gluten and dairy free options)
EVERYONE WELCOME
NO BOOKING REQUIRED
Wet weather alternative, Āiotanga Community Space, 22 Emily Pl.
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City Centre Gardening Network
Join the WhatsApp or email group to find out when community gardening days are occurring.
Contact Dorestie@acommunity.nz to join
Emily Neighbourhood
Emily Place, Eden Crescent and surrounds
Community Initiatives - Join a group or start your own
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Social Painting
Sunday, 2:00-5:00pm
Every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the MonthClasses Started for 2026
BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL
A social group for beginners and those who love to paint.
All Materials Provided
Bring something to share for afternoon tea and suggested $10 koha for venue and materials
22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre
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Zumba
Saturday, 10:00- 10:45am
Every Saturday unless cancelledClasses Started for 2026
NO BOOKING REQUIRED.
Just Turn Up for Fun and Fitness
All Welcome No Talent of Exparience Required
Suggested Koha $5
22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre
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Mahjong
Tuesday, 5:30-7:00pm
Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the MonthClasses start 3rd March
NO BOOKING REQUIRED.
Come and join us to play Mahjong. Any skill level welcome!
22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre
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Tai Chi
Thursday, 5:15pm–6pm.
Every ThursdayFirst Class for 2026 - 9th April
BOOKINGS PREFERRED
Join our City Centre Neighbourhood Tai Chi crew!
Register your interest and we will send you the enrollment link. All levels of fitness welcome.
22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre
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Big Sofa - Music at Emily Place
Usually 2-5pm Saturdays
Every Fortnight
No Booking Required
A welcoming space for budding musicians to spread their wings. All skill levels, ages, languages and instruments welcome, Whether you're a shower singer or a bedroom guitarist, you'll find your tribe here. No judgment, just an inclusive community fueled by a shared love for music.
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Walking Group
Times and Start Points Vary
Most Wednesdays from 22 Emily Pl
Discover new places, keep fit and meet new people.
Finish up at a cafe if you have time
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Demystifying Devices (Cell Ph, Laptop etc)
New class dates to be confirmed
Need guidance using your personal devices?
Let us know if you are interested and we can plan to start a new series.
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Book Club
A place to share your favourites and to be introduced to new books .
Starting in March 2026
Let us know if you are interested in setting up and joining this group.
Day and time to be decided
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This spot could be yours!
Enquire now about starting your own group.
Big discounts are available on space hire for new community initiatives open to the public and focused on building community connections.
Email: info@acommunity.nz
