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Zero Waste 18 Jul 2024

Repair Café established with help from grant and volunteers

A weekly repair café in central Auckland that gives broken items a new lease of life is being piloted with the help of a $32,800 grant from Auckland Council’s Waste Minimisation and Innovation Fund.

Plans / Projects 18 Jul 2024

Library in the pipeline for Upper Harbour

Upper Harbour residents want a new multi-purpose facility that can meet the growing demand for library services.

Community 17 Jul 2024

$6.5 million Te Pae o Kura upgrade complete

The much-anticipated $6.5 million refurbishment of Te Pae o Kura – Kelston Community Centre is complete and has been opened with a blessing.

Plans / Projects 16 Jul 2024

Local board agreement delivers for Rodney

Rodney’s parks, libraries, arts centres, rural halls and community centres will benefit from a total investment of $15.2 million.

Environment news 15 Jul 2024

Pahurehure plan says assets can be managed

A shoreline adaptation plan for Pahurehure, looking at how to manage assets along the inlet, has been adopted.

Community 15 Jul 2024

Call on grants funds reflects tough times

The call on Manurewa Local Board grants funding again far exceeded what was on offer.

Festival postponed to October 2025
Festival 15 Jul 2024

Festival now a few more moons away

Due to unforeseen circumstances Dominion Road Moon Festival is postponed until 2025.

Environment news 15 Jul 2024

Chopper action makes space for water

Helicopter back-up has been called in to rescue Lynfield’s Wairaki Stream from debris and blockages.

Events

20 Sep 2026

Mid-Autumn Moon Festival

Experience the rich cultural traditions of China, Korea and Vietnam through festival games and la...

20 Sep 2026

Rhythm and Repose

Vincent brings to the podium his broad experience with top New Zealand ensembles including NZSO,...

20 Sep 2026

Spring harvest: Eat well, feel great

Explore simple, practical ways to bring more plant-based meals into your life.

20 Sep 2026

Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori: Kapu tī and Kōrero

Practice speaking Te Reo Māori with other learners over some light kai and refreshments in our we...

20 Sep 2026

Wānanga Raranga for adults

Learn some simple weaving techniques and create your own woven bracelet or flower to take home.

20 Sep 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

Maungawhau Market

A vibrant new Sunday destination where great food, local produce, creativity and community come t...

15 Mar 2026 - 20 Dec 2026

The Village Market - Helensville

A lively and family friendly market that offers a variety of stalls, live music plus delicious fo...

20 Apr 2026 - 21 Dec 2026

Hindi Book Club

Come together to read, share and discuss Hindi books of your choice, ranging from light fiction,...