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Expo matches locals with volunteer opportunities
You could find your perfect match with a community organisation at the upcoming Volunteer Expo Auckland East.
How to apply: Ōrākei Local Board Grants
Applying for a local board grant for the first time can be daunting, we want to help.
Celebrating a century of Remuera Library
One of our favourite community spaces and heritage buildings, Remuera Library, is 100 years old.
Community input behind what we deliver in Ōrākei
At the heart of Ōrākei is a strong sense of community and connection, and a passion for protecting our environment.
Asbestos-containing material washing up on some east Auckland beaches
Auckland Council is aware that pieces of asbestos-containing material (ACM) have been washing up along Auckland’s eastern coastline.
Volunteers restore park, vandalism threatens progress
Friends of Churchill Park help with the planting, pest and weed control in Glendowie's largest park.
Walker’s bequest to enhance Ōrākei pathways
A keen walker who loved the outdoors has bequeathed her estate to the Ōrākei Local Board to be used for the development and maintenance of walkways and pathways.
Ōrākei: Five initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)
We are privileged to share our neighbourhoods with diverse landscapes and ecosystems, from beaches and forests to wetlands and hilltops.
Events
BrainCharge - Central
Discover a location near you and join us for a warm, welcoming wellbeing experience - we’d love t...
Highwic Antique Embroidery Display
A fabulous display of framed antique embroidered pictures will be on display at Highwic.
Summer Swim Series
With swim distances ranging from 500m to 2000m, you can choose the challenge that suits your abil...
Death Cafe - Remuera
It is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counselling session.
Highwic Plant Fair
The Highwic garden will be in full bloom, and a wide range of stallholders will be on site.
Guided Community Ranger Walks
Every walk is different and that sense of surprise is part of the magic.
Coal range baking
Watch as our volunteers recreate traditional Victorian recipes.