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Environment news 20 May 2026

Volunteers restore park, vandalism threatens progress

Friends of Churchill Park help with the planting, pest and weed control in Glendowie's largest park.

Community news 18 May 2026

Sunnynook Scouts set for the future with new community lease

For generations of young people in Sunnynook, Scouts has been a place to learn new skills, build confidence and make lasting friendships.

Community news 18 May 2026

Safer, more welcoming spaces planned for Glenfield town centre

Glenfield town centre is set to become safer, more connected and more welcoming thanks to a series of upgrades approved by the Kaipātiki Local Board.

Community news 12 May 2026

Grab a spade: Winter planting season kicks off across Upper Harbour

Thousands of native trees and shrubs will take root across Upper Harbour this winter thanks to schools, community groups and volunteers.

Community news 11 May 2026

Onehunga Mall parking pilot to improve access 

A 12‑month pilot to improve parking around Onehunga Mall will start on 11 May

Community news 8 May 2026

Roll into the fun at Riverhead Skatepark

From first ramps to scooters and whānau fun — the Riverhead community celebrates its new skatepark.

Sustainability 7 May 2026

Face to face with nature (literally)

At Kohuora Park, learning came alive - sometimes landing right on your face.

Events

24 May 2026

Kids' robotics workshop

This interactive workshop offers a fun and engaging introduction to the world of robotics and cod...

24 May 2026

Last Laughs Awards Gala

This is your chance to rub shoulders with your favourite comedians, catch the live reactions, and...

24 May 2026

Local Youth AI Innovation Expo

Celebrate the innovative AI creations of our local rangatahi, that have already gained internatio...

24 May 2026

Music Repair Café

Our goal is to empower you to care for your instruments and foster a culture of repair. Plus enjo...

24 May 2026

NZ Music Month: Kairos - Blockhouse Bay Library

Kairos play an energetic mix of instrumentals and songs.

24 May 2026

Planting day - Amorino Park

Join us for a hands-on morning of planting native trees, shrubs and grasses.

24 May 2026

Poetry reading / Book launch

Local author Art Nahill celebrates the release of his fifth book of poems, Circumstance and Seren...

24 May 2026 - 28 Jun 2026

Regional park planting days - North

A fun and rewarding morning out in our northern regional parks helping plant trees.