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14 Mar 2024

Outlook bright for Waitākere Ranges Dark Sky project

Volunteers are now able to use equipment for light monitoring and help register a pre-application to Dark Sky International for the Waitākere Ranges to become an International Dark Sky Place, thanks to the support from Waitākere Ranges Local Board.

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!

Events

11 Sep 2026

Bananagrams bonanza: Learn and play Bananagrams

Join us for a fun afternoon playing Bananagrams!

11 Sep 2026

Civic Literacy - 2026 General Elections

Have all your questions about enrolling and voting answered. You can get your enrolment details c...

11 Sep 2026

Everyday digital confidence: Master your smartphone

Become more confident in your digital skills at Mt Albert Library.

11 Sep 2026

Give it a go: BrainCharge's you're the band!

Play along to iconic songs as we create our very own rock and roll orchestra!

11 Sep 2026

Give it a go: Finger knitting

Celebrate Adult Learners' Week by learning something new!

11 Sep 2026

Ikebana and potteries flower arrangement workshop

Come along to this fun workshop as part of Adult Learners’ Week.

11 Sep 2026

Ko tooku reo, Ko tooku ohooho!

Join us for a fun, hands-on learning experience!

11 Sep 2026

New Zealand Sign Language taster session

Attendees will learn basic communication skills like fingerspelling, greetings, numbers, and usef...