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Environment 7 Apr 2026

Five ways the Waiheke Local Board protects our environment

Across Waiheke, locals are taking action - trapping pests, restoring wetlands, reducing waste and protecting marine life. Backed by the Local Board, these efforts are helping safeguard the island’s environment and the wider Hauraki Gulf .

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Growing food and connections on Aotea

To support steps towards creating homegrown food sources, the local board funds a Food Resilience Coordinator role.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Waitematā: Four initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

Be inspired by local community groups and organisations protecting our environment.

Community news 2 Apr 2026

Five island initiatives for our environment (and how you can help)

The natural environment of Aotea / Great Barrier is incredibly special.

Have your say 20 Mar 2026

Waitematā and Gulf residents: help us decide our priorities

What does the Annual Plan consultation mean for you?

Community news 12 Mar 2026

Finding rhythm again with Waiheke Open Orchestra

The Waiheke Open Orchestra project got underway at the beginning of 2024 with support from Waiheke Local Board funding.

Community news 9 Mar 2026

Friday nights sorted for Waiheke rangatahi

Waiheke rangatahi will continue to have a safe and active place to connect on Friday nights thanks to a $3,000 grant from the Waiheke Local Board to the Waiheke Recreation Centre.

Community news 20 Feb 2026

TAPAC: a place of learning, inspiration and connection

Three women involved with TAPAC share how the organisation fosters creativity, confidence and community.

Events

12 Apr 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Grey Lynn Farmers Market

Get access to locally sourced, fresh and nutritionally dense food through our vibrant farmers mar...

15 Feb 2026 - 06 Dec 2026

Yoga and Art Immersion

These Hatha yoga classes will include warm-up stretching, building to stronger poses, flow balanc...

13 Apr 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Kundalini Yoga

This 90-minute journey includes selected kriyas and meditations, designed to awaken, balance, and...

06 Apr 2026 - 21 Nov 2026

All Together Now Choirs

This year we are offering more choices than ever before in our quest to provide choirs that meet...

23 Mar 2026 - 14 Dec 2026

Digital Drop-In at Little Leys

Drop in with a tech query for one-on-one coaching. Bring your digital devices and your questions,...

23 Feb 2026 - 30 Nov 2026

Parnell Library Shared Reading Group

Join us to read a short story and poem aloud, and chat about it in a friendly environment, with a...

26 May 2026 - 20 Jun 2026

Auckland Festival of Photography outdoor exhibitions

A suite of outdoor exhibitions in response to the theme this year, Movement [Kori].

28 Apr 2026 - 02 Jun 2026

Behind the Wheel

Take time out of your week to give pottery a spin, learn a new craft, and create something with y...