Art Fair flags flying on Hobson Wharf

Kia ora koutou, 

Ngahuru (Autumn) is well and truly here and there’s still lots on including a little bit longer to experience the Aotearoa Art Fair Sculpture Trail.

Presented by Viaduct Harbour as part of the Aotearoa Art Fair, the trail showcases large-scale and striking sculptures from 18 artists throughout the Viaduct Harbour. You’ve got until 4 May to enjoy ‘art in a new dimension.’

Proudly supported by Auckland Council Events and the city centre targeted rate.

Ngā mihi nui,

Your Waterfront Team

Artist - Josh Olley

A reunion worth recognising

It’s been 60 years since five likely lads started their engineering apprenticeships at Mason Bros. Celebrating the anniversary at a local favourite, Swashbucklers, the life-long friends commemorated their 1966 apprenticeship intake at Mason Bros, a marine engineering company, based then in Pakenham St.

Peter Jacobs, who has worked in the Wynyard Quarter for most of his life and now loves living there, says they’re all still good mates and all still married to their first wives!

You can read more about Peter’s connection to the Wynyard Quarter in an article here.

Mason Bros Engineering 1966 apprentice intake. From left to right, Kevin Shultz, William Fatherly, Peter Jacobs (allegedly top apprentice but seriously debated over the years!) Shon Sagar and Jeff Cate.

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Let there be light

A full replacement of all streetlights on Queens Wharf main street will soon be completed. We’re confident this will really improve the feeling of this area in the evening. Broken streetlights at the container village are also being replaced, which should see much improved illumination of the area.

There has been an issue with the 60 low level ‘safety’ lights along the eastern edge of the wharf not working properly and they are also being changed out. This area gives great views of the central wharves area and Australasia’s largest light wall, The Lightship.

Courtesy on the bridge

Just a gentle reminder to cyclists using the Wynyard Crossing Bridge to please watch your speed and show courtesy to other users. Thanks a lot.

One day full road closure Gaunt Street

Mansons TCLM have notified of us of a full road and footpath closure on Gaunt Street, between Beaumont Street and Daldy Street on Saturday 2 May from 6am to 6pm weather permitting. (Contingency dates are Saturday 9 May and Saturday 16 May). A pedestrian detour will be in place via the 30 Daldy St laneway. A pedestrian detour will be in place via the 30 Daldy St laneway and onsite traffic management will assist with managed access to private driveways.

The closure is needed so that Mansons can replace a piece of broken glass at the top of the atrium of the One NZ Building.

NZ Music Month

May is NZ Music Month, celebrating the music of Aotearoa and the people who make it. While we think everyone should be listening to New Zealand music every day, this is the time to really turn up the dial.

Did you know Tāmaki Makaurau is a UNESCO City of Music? Learn more about it here.

Public Record at Silo Park

Public Record presents an immersive and interactive arts and crafts programme being held at the silos at Wynyard Quarter. Public Record, at Silo 6, integrates multiple artforms, showcasing an installation of new works by a curated selection of artists.

On Friday 2 May, experience a live performance, ‘Hau,' with composer Eve de Castro Robinson, bringing together sound, fashion and dance. See the Public Record website for more information and tickets.

Chill vibes, no pressure, supportive energy - the Auckland Women’s Skateboarding Festival is back 

Whether you skate every day or have never tried it before, the Women’s Skateboard Festival is for you.

Come and join us at this free event at Base Spaces by Silo Park on Sunday 3 May from 1pm -4pm. Reserve your spot at Eventbrite here.

Africa Day 2026: A Celebration of unity and culture

It’s a day to honour our past, celebrate our present, and envision our future together. Through music, art, and community, we hope to share African culture with Aotearoa. Adekemi Àjàyí, President of African Communities Forum Inc (ACOFI)

Experience the vibrant sights and sounds of Africa in Aotearoa in celebration of International Africa Day. Join us for a showcase of heritage, community and joy.

Saturday 23 May, 10am – 6pm, Base Spaces and Silo Park.

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