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Community 17 May 2024

Decision on Howick War Memorial Hall provides clarity for the community

Howick War Memorial Hall is to operate as an official venue for hire managed through the Auckland Council venue booking system, Howick Local Board has agreed.

Climate action 17 May 2024

Local Eco Festival plants skills and grows solutions

More than 1,000 people attended Albert-Eden & Puketāpapa Eco Festival, packed with 160+ events and workshops focused on environmental sustainability and ecology.

Community 16 May 2024

Next step for Northcote’s new community hub

The concept design for an impressive new multi-purpose community hub for Northcote, and an upgraded Puāwai Cadness Reserve has been approved

Community 16 May 2024

School's traffic concerns raised with MP

Concerns for children's safety around Ardmore School have been raised with Papakura MP Judith Collins.

Community 15 May 2024

Winter plantings to expand native forest cover

Remarkable works have begun in the Ōtara-Papatoetoe local board area, aiming to boost the natural forest cover.

Community 15 May 2024

Funding goes to a range of projects on the motu

Thirteen successful grant applicants have been allocated funding at Aotea / Great Barrier Local Board's April business meeting.

Community 15 May 2024

Kōkako volunteers mark 30 years on job

Volunteers who have trekked the Hunua Ranges to conserve the last kōkako population in the mainland Auckland region have celebrated 30 years.

14 May 2024

Build a safer Glen Eden together

The Glen Eden Community patrol is once again operational, thanks to the support from Waitākere Ranges Local Board. 

Events

09 Sep 2026

BrainCharge for Adult Learners’ Week

A special extra session of our BrainCharge programme for Adult Learners' Week.

09 Sep 2026

BrainCharge in Mandarin

This event is part of Adult Learners’ Week, supported by Adult and Community Education (ACE) Aote...

09 Sep 2026

Dying Matters Week: Planning for peace of mind

Join Tracy Smith from Harbour Hospice for a special workshop as part of Dying Matters Week 2026.

09 Sep 2026

Dying Matters Week: Specialist panel discussion

This session offers a safe, respectful space to ask questions and gain practical insights into na...

09 Sep 2026

Fluid art pop up

A mesmerising paint pouring experience where colour, movement and creativity come together.

09 Sep 2026

He Tangata Mātauranga Civic Literacy

An informative sessions to learn about elections, voting enrolment, the range of services Aucklan...

09 Sep 2026

Onehunga Art Group: Chinese calligraphy and painting theme

Discover creativity from different traditions, learn new skills and connect with others in a warm...

09 Sep 2026

Planning ahead: Important decisions for the future

Join Maria from Harbour Hopsice as she explains the meaning and importance of Advanced Care Plans...