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Community 11 Mar 2025

Puketāpapa roading investments pave a safer future

Two new road safety projects are on the way, after the Puketāpapa Local Board invested $632,000 to help school students and pedestrians cross busy roads safely.  

Elections 6 Mar 2025

Want women to have an equal voice? Stand in Auckland's local elections

When it comes to speaking up, her-story shows that a woman’s voice can be powerful enough to make waves that change the world.

Community 4 Mar 2025

Local board helps unlock free girls skating lessons

Girls Skate NZ classes help dismantle barriers in skateboarding, such as social intimidation, gender discrimination and the financial burden to ensure skateboarding is more accessible.​ 

Community 17 Feb 2025

Mount Albert War Memorial Hall set for a glow-up

The War Memorial Hall, which is situated near the Rocket Park and popular Mt Albert Recreation Centre, will undergo a facelift to improve the overall experience for the different users of the popular facility.

Dogs 14 Feb 2025

Unleash your views on proposed dog rules

Dog walking around Tāmaki Makaurau could look different later this year following consultation on the dog policy, bylaw and regional and local park access rules.

Community 31 Jan 2025

Come together: Wesley festival to unite Puketāpapa  

Puketāpapa is one of the most culturally diverse areas in Tāmaki Makaurau, with English the second language for a large number of its residents. 

Community 31 Jan 2025

A democracy love story: everyone gets a seat

Who do you talk to if there’s a problem with public facilities or amenities?

Community 28 Jan 2025

Greenwoods Corner set for safety upgrades in 2025

Epsom’s Greenwoods Corner will become a safer and better-connected town centre following a much-needed transport upgrade to be completed by the second quarter of 2025.

Events

04 Oct 2026

Gohar Hone Tak: Poetry & Heritage

The event marks the launch of an inspiring autobiography by Ashar Hasan Ashar, reflecting identit...

06 Oct 2026

Rationing 1939-1950: The Household Experience

Domestic rationing began as early as 1939 and remarkably was not fully lifted until 1950, meaning...

09 Oct 2026

Epsom Heritage Walk: Lava, Homes & History

On this guided architectural walk, you'll appreciate Epsom’s distinctive character.

10 Oct 2026

Auckland’s vegan roots: Cooking workshop

Come join our chefs and rediscover the joy of compassionate, mindful eating with recipes from the...

11 Oct 2026

Alberton Vintage Market Day

Come along to find a treasure and enjoy delicious food and coffee.

31 Oct 2026

Sandringham Street Festival 2026

Sandringham’s Street Festival is back for its 27th year this year and it's going to be so much fun!

15 Nov 2026

Learn to draw glorious roses

Join botanical artist Jennifer Duval-Smith for a workshop that will guide you to draw a beautiful...