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Youth / Rangatahi 13 Mar 2024

Apply for a grant from Hibiscus and Bays Local Board

Community groups and organisations wanting to deliver projects and events have until 12 April to apply for funding.

Community 12 Mar 2024

Whau making a splash for awa connection

A wonderful event helping students appreciate the Whau’s biodiversity in Archibald Park.

Community 8 Mar 2024

There will be no MOTH-ING around in this competition

Enthusiastic students in the Howick Local Board area can compete in the boards annual Moth Plant Pod Competition and help to protect and restore the natural environment.

Community 7 Mar 2024

New home found for valued service

Papakura Budgeting Service has secured a new home at the 'Old Courthouse' in Papakura.

Environment 7 Mar 2024

How targeted rates have helped Aotea

Find out how two environment targeted rate have been put to good use on the motu.

Community 1 Mar 2024

Manurewa board chair steps down early

Manurewa Local Board chair Glenn Murphy is handing over early to deputy Matt Winiata for family reasons.

Community 1 Mar 2024

ParkFest fun is also a chance to speak up

Have Your Say on Auckland Council's Long-term Plan then enjoy a bit of a party!

Arts 1 Mar 2024

Hit the trail and enjoy art easel-y

Artists throw their studios open as part of the Clevedon Art Trail on the weekend of March 16-17.

Events

08 Jul 2026

3D Native Bird Craft

In this fun and creative workshop, kids will make their own 3D artwork inspired by native birds.

08 Jul 2026

Circability

Ignite your inner social circus skills!

08 Jul 2026

Fish weaving

This hands-on creative workshop encourages imagination and sustainability while transforming disc...

08 Jul 2026

Harakeke collection guided walk

To celebrate Matariki, join our curator for a guided walk through the harakeke collection.

08 Jul 2026

Healthy winter living - Prevention and wellbeing

Winter can bring challenges to our health and wellbeing. Join us for an informative health talk.

08 Jul 2026

Korowai making workshop

Join us to design and weave paper kākahu, inspired by traditional Māori cloak-making techniques a...

08 Jul 2026

Make poi and learn how to swing it

Celebrate Matariki with a fun hands-on cultural experience!

08 Jul 2026

Map the Matariki stars

Create your own map of the Matariki stars that you can hang up in your window letting you enjoy t...