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Playgrounds 17 Jan 2024

Glad tidings for Gladstone Park playground

A Parnell playground reopened with a crowd just in time for the summer holidays.

17 Jan 2024

Aotea residents help tackle pest weed problem

A new initiative educates and supports weed control measures on the island.

Avondale Library 17 Jan 2024

New hours for libraries in Whau

Avondale and Blockhouse Bay Libraries opening hours are set to change.

Arts 16 Jan 2024

Pottering away in Whau this summer

Three clay artists are offering free workshops in the Whau this summer.

Community 15 Jan 2024

Tree protection sought as routes chosen

Significant landmarks and trees need protection as future transport routes are secured.

Community 12 Jan 2024

Helping paw for mobility dogs

More than $16,000 has been awarded to community organisations in Papakura Local Board grants. 

Environment news 11 Jan 2024

Put a lid on it to avoid making a splash

Watercare are going to be working on sewer lines and are advising people to make sure the toilet lid is on to avoid any nasty surprises.

Arts 11 Jan 2024

Contemporary ceramics celebrated in the Waitākere Ranges

When it comes to the local arts scene, ceramics is a popular and rejuvenated genre that can’t be ignored in the Waitākere Ranges.

Events

11 Oct 2026

Live Day - Patogomania! The Victorian ice cream craze

Come along for a delicious glimpse into the tastes and experiences of the past!

11 Oct 2026

The valley that fed a city

You are invited to walk the new Clevedon Village Heritage Trail, a self-guided walk connecting 19...

14 Feb 2026 - 12 Dec 2026

Death Cafe - Takapuna

Death Cafe is an international initiative that aims to increase awareness of death and help peopl...

13 Oct 2026

Create your glow: Clay tealight workshop

Craft a beautiful clay tealight holder that brings warmth and light into your home.

13 Oct 2026 - 14 Oct 2026

Natural Basic

A powerful performance as part of the Tempo Dance Festival.

13 Oct 2026 - 14 Oct 2026

SEKI

A captivating solo by Te Whanganui-a-Tara based street dance artist Sefa Tunupopo.

13 Oct 2026 - 14 Oct 2026

YMCĀ

Acclaimed choreographer Oli Mathiesen brings his distinctive voice in this first full-length comm...

13 Oct 2026 - 01 Dec 2026

Portrait foundations

This 8-week course will teach drawing methods taught by masters Frank Riley, Andrew Loomis and Jo...