Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland is shaped by maunga (volcanic cones), harbours and coastal waters, the landscape blends softly between varying shades of blue and green. 

Home to iwi (tribes) of Tāmaki Makaurau, the origins of voyages and settlement frame the history of the Tāmaki Makaurau we know and love today. It is a diverse city, that embodies the Māori values of whanaungatanga (kinship), wairua (wellbeing) and kotahitanga (unity). 

Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and a youthful energy, Auckland works together to turn small ideas into great things and push Auckland towards a bright future.

Tāmaki Herenga Waka.
Tāmaki Herenga Tāngata.
Tāmaki Makaurau.
Auckland, the place where canoes gather.
Auckland the place where people gather.
Auckland, the place desired by many.