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Environment 17 Oct 2023

By-law helps Waiheke birds take flight

Waiheke’s birdlife will be flying high this summer following the un-leashing of a plan to create a bird friendly beach zone thanks to Waiheke’s local board.

Environment news 17 Oct 2023

Blackgate project is a new, greener way forward

Some of us have money in the bank - Glasgow Contractors has concrete, sandbags made from leftover FIFA Women’s World Cup, materials, sugar cane pegs and a host of other carbon-saving initiatives.

Youth / Rangatahi 17 Oct 2023

Franklin looks for way to ensure youth heard

Franklin Local Board has committed funding to ensuring rangatahi have input into decision-making.

Community 17 Oct 2023

65 years of Carols at the Kings

This year’s milestone event is expected to bring back nostalgic traditions with candlelight, jazz and of course harmonious vocals of the local choir, among plenty of other fun activities.

Community 16 Oct 2023

Children learn how to build a solid future

Pakuranga Heights students have swapped the classroom for the garden, although they've had to build them first!

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Oct 2023

Schools cultural festival is coming!

Albert-Eden's number one event is returning Saturday 25 November.

Youth / Rangatahi 13 Oct 2023

Finding ways to include a youth voice

Allowing youth to be part of decision-making is a Franklin Local Board focus.

Waste 12 Oct 2023

Food scraps service for Manukau begins

From mid-October, Manukau residents can start using Auckland Council’s rukenga kai (food scraps) collections service.

Events

16 Apr 2026 - 28 May 2026

Empowering fitness: Zumba class

Get ready to groove to infectious beats and let loose as we take your fitness journey to a whole...

26 Mar 2026 - 07 Dec 2028

Relaxation dancing class

Join our dance class, do exercise and keep fit to joyful music!

12 Mar 2026 - 10 Dec 2026

Caffeine & Craft

Whether you’re an experienced maker or just starting out, Caffeine & Craft is a friendly space to...

12 Mar 2026 - 30 Nov 2027

Wriggle and Rhyme - Glen Innes

It’s a playful way for whānau to support early language, movement, and meet other families in the...

05 Mar 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Knitting Group

Pop along and knit for those in need. If you are not a knitter, bring along a pair of needles and...

05 Mar 2026 - 17 Dec 2026

Ukulele Club

Bring your own ukulele and join the fun. See you there!

27 Feb 2026 - 26 Nov 2026

Quiz night

Test your knowledge, challenge your memory, improve your quizzing skills and enjoy a lively night...

26 Feb 2026 - 25 Jun 2026

The Book League

At our meetings we spend some time discussing the book and then follow that up with book themed a...