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Community news 22 Apr 2026

Lest we forget: Anzac Day 2026 commemorations in Manurewa-Papakura

Manurewa and Papakura local boards and Auckland RSA invite you to join our local services and parades, honouring New Zealanders past and present who have served in conflicts, peacekeeping missions or military operations around the world.

Community news 21 Apr 2026

Help design the Manly Park playground

Have your say on the Manly Park playground upgrade.

Walkways 20 Apr 2026

Walker’s bequest to enhance Ōrākei pathways

A keen walker who loved the outdoors has bequeathed her estate to the Ōrākei Local Board to be used for the development and maintenance of walkways and pathways.

Community news 20 Apr 2026

Community feedback invited on memorial design at Pukekohe Cemetery

Plans for a memorial garden to recognise the unmarked graves in Pukekohe Cemetery have been released for public comment.

Emergency Recovery 16 Apr 2026

Voting open for Roskill-Wesley storm recovery initiatives

Locals in Mt Roskill and Wesley are taking the next step in shaping their recovery from the 2023 storms, with voting now open for community-led projects to bring to life.

Community news 15 Apr 2026

Ti Rākau Park - bigger, better for Pakūranga

Better, more welcoming public spaces are now in place at Ti Rākau Park in Pakūranga, following upgrades to the changing rooms and toilets by the Howick Local Board.

Youth / Rangatahi 15 Apr 2026

Good vibes after school at Rangatahi Piki Ake

Rangatahi Piki Ake is a free youth drop-in programme for rangatahi aged 13–18 years offered during Term 2, thanks to the Māngere-Ōtāhuhu and Ōtara-Papatoetoe Local Boards.

Community news 13 Apr 2026

Walk this way: Puketāpapa Local Board unlocks safer pedestrian crossing for Dominion Road

One of Auckland’s busiest roads will be easier to safely get cross, thanks to funding from the Puketāpapa Local Board.

Events

07 Sep 2026

Harakeke raranga Māori flax weaving

Join Whaea Annie to learn Māori raranga (weaving).

07 Sep 2026

Planning ahead: Conversations that matter

This is a relaxed, welcoming session with plenty of opportunity to ask questions.

07 Sep 2026

Planning for peace of mind

Join Harbour Hospice Social Worker Jacqueline Tyler-Joseph.

07 Sep 2026

Urban sketching for beginners

Gather up your journal and sketching tools for some relaxed on-location drawing!

07 Sep 2026 - 10 Sep 2026

Flute & Strings

Principal Flute Melanie Lançon has put together a delicious programme of works that show the virt...

07 Sep 2026 - 11 Sep 2026

Zine workshop – Finding your voice

Celebrate Adult Learners' Week by creating your own zine in this fun, hands-on workshop.

07 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Adult Learners' Week at Auckland Council Libraries

Join us in celebrating adult learning with an exciting range of free events, workshops, and activ...

07 Sep 2026 - 13 Sep 2026

Dying Matters Week at Auckland Council Libraries

Connecting people across Aotearoa to start conversations in a safe space.