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Christmas is an important time for business, so each year we decorate the city to create a festive environment and run a marketing campaign promoting the city centre as the best place for gift shopping and Christmas celebrations. Get...

This piece by Heart of the City CEO Viv Beck was published in the NZ Herald on 6 November 2017. Plans released by Ports of Auckland last week respond to issues that have been raised by the public, which on one level is positive. They have served...

Below is a link to a short survey (it will only take around 8 minutes of your time) asking questions about your views on the city centre and how you use it during this time of rapid change. We would like to hear from a range of people who spend time in...

Many city centre businesses, property owners and their suppliers face challenges with loading and servicing, a critical part of doing business and maintaining a successful city centre. In a recent survey undertaken with the support...

Lime scooters and shared electric vehicles may be having a moment, but nothing beats a good old bicycle as an easy, affordable and eco friendly way to get around - especially when it comes to traveling to and from work.  More people cycling to work...

Our waterfront is one of Auckland's best assets, its potential is significant. We're really concerned that we don't yet have a fully joined up plan for the wider waterfront, and we highlighted this in the NZ Herald recently. We believe...

Designs have been released for the upgrade of Federal Street between Wellesley Street and Mayoral Drive, and you can give feedback on the plans until 10 December. This second stage of the Federal Street upgrade project follows on from the...

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Carrying an injury and want to get moving again? Urban Athlete provides expert diagnosis and treatment for all manner of injuries. We treat the pros, the CEOs, desk jockeys and weekend warriors — all with the same care and dedication. WHY CHOOSE US?...

We present small-group or private walking tours of beautiful Auckland Tamaki Makaurau (a desirable place). Discover the lanes, legends, tastes and essential landmarks you don’t want to miss with a professional guide. Start Auckland on the right...

At Keystone Trust we have been giving students a hand-up into property related tertiary studies for the past 20 year. We are a chartiable trust and our funding comes from the generosrity of our sponsors, assistance from supporters and our well managed...

On 23 November, Auckland Council considered the proposed locations for the America's Cup on the city centre waterfront. Our CEO, Viv Beck presented in public forum, asking Councillors to ensure the event will create a great legacy for our...

Works on the initial stages of the City Rail Link are well underway at Britomart Station, Commercial Bay and in Albert Street, with works progressing up towards the future Aotea Station next year as the project works towards its target completion...

This summer brings a number of exciting local and international events to Auckland's city centre and surrounds.  Events bring visitors to the city and create benefits for businesses and the wider city. Our city's Major Events Strategy, administered...

In the past year, the number of businesses in the heart of Auckland city has grown by 2.2%, bringing the total to almost 12,0001. Why have all of these businesses chosen to be here? Although factors in this decision will be as varied as the...

As part of the process to adopt Auckland's new Long Term Plan, council's ten-year budget for 2018 - 2028, last week Phil Goff released his Mayoral Proposal, which outlines his priority areas for the budget. What are the key features of...

This piece by Simon Wilson was published on The Spinoff on 12 December 2017, and was made possible by Heart of the City. This month, Auckland Council discusses the priorities for spending from 2018 – 2018 ahead of public consultation early in 2018 and...

As we head into the summer and festive season, ensuring the city centre remains a vibrant, enjoyable and safe place for people is top of mind. Here’s a reminder about who to contact if you have any concerns about safety in the city this summer.  If...

Karstens Auckland is the latest addition to the Karstens family of venues, purposely designed and built for events that demand a focused business-friendly environment.  Karstens Auckland currently offers 4 spacious conference rooms and a...

We have an interest in growing a vibrant night time experience in Auckland's city centre - so we asked Simon Wilson of The Spinoff to write about it. Here he sets out ten ideas for a bigger, stronger and more rewarding night-time economy...

Auckland Anniversary Weekend brings a host of events to the waterfront and wider city centre. Monday 29 January is a public holiday for Auckland Anniversary day. Tāmaki Herenga Waka Festival 27 – 29 January  ANZ Viaduct Events Centre and...

St Jerome's Laneway Festival returns to the grass and trees of Albert Park on Auckland Anniversary Day, with local and international acts, food and art. See Auckland Transport website for road closure details.

Auckland's Viaduct Harbour becomes a vibrant Race Village for the Stopover with the Viaduct Events Centre acting as Race HQ. Key elements include the display of the Volvo Ocean 65 boats on the dock, the team base pit-lane, the Volvo pavilion, the...

New Zealand’s largest fun run and walk begins on the city centre's waterfront at Quay Street, with over 30,000 participants making their way along Tāmaki Drive towards the Eastern Bays to complete the race. See the Auckland Transport website for road...

Auckland Arts Festival returns in March 2018 with an exciting programme of performances and events from New Zealand and across the world, bringing the best of culture, creativity and cool to venues across the city centre. For our top Auckland Arts...

This piece by Viv Beck was published in the 'Project Auckland' section of the New Zealand Herald on 15 December 2017. She looks at the 'Auckland disease'; how, despite good ideas, plans and talented people, we are not getting the best...

The number of people walking in Auckland’s city centre continues to grow, with our pedestrian count figures from the last quarter of 2017 showing 4.8% more walking trips than the same time the year before. A closer look at the results shows that...