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Community 29 Sep 2023

Te Reo Māori names tell tales of Kaipātiki

Nine parks and one outdoor classroom in Northcote will now carry te reo Māori names that reflect the area’s natural environment and cultural history.

Policies / Regulations 28 Sep 2023

Annual reports adopted

Annual reports detailing local board spending have been adopted across the south of the city.

Sustainability 28 Sep 2023

From waste textile to Henderson Christmas Festival signage

Recycled fabric billboards will be Henderson-Massey Local Board’s first choice for all future events and festivals as part of the local board’s commitment to reducing waste and highlighting sustainability.

Community 28 Sep 2023

Safety concerns lead to closure of stairs into McLeay Reserve

The stairs from Montressor Place and Haseler Crescent into McLeay Reserve in Howick, have been closed off because of significant health and safety issues.

City Centre Waterfront 28 Sep 2023

Targeted rate helps drive positive momentum for high-achieving city centre

New Zealand’s highest performing 4.3 square kilometres is seeing a return to form, with data showing growth in employment and GDP in Auckland’s city centre tracking faster than New Zealand as a whole.

Community 27 Sep 2023

Get squared away for the holidays in Takapuna

Takapuna’s newly revitalised Waiwharariki Anzac Square is about to come alive with a range of play activities for kids funded by the Devonport-Takapuna local board

25 Sep 2023

Moon Festival shines on Whau

Whau residents can enjoy a live harp performance, cultural dances, and cuisine from different Asian countries at the upcoming New Lynn Moon Festival night market.

Have your say 25 Sep 2023

Feedback final call: Mairangi Bay Reserves review

Residents have until Sunday 1 October to give their views on a variation to the 2015 Mairangi Bay Reserves Management Plan.

Events

20 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Throw it down remix

This six-week course course is open to beginners, intermediate potters and beyond!

20 Oct 2026 - 16 Dec 2026

Shared reading group

A welcoming space where you can listen or read aloud short stories and poems over tea or coffee

13 Oct 2026 - 24 Nov 2026

Art & Tea

A holistic wellbeing course based on the freedom of artistic expression.

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...

13 Oct 2026 - 08 Dec 2026

Reading to Mango

Spend some quality time with our furry friend Mango as you read your favorite books to him.

13 Oct 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Drop-in print studio

Come along and work independently in our printmaking studio.

13 Oct 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Wā Pēpi-Babytime - Warkworth

Connect with other parents and bring your little one along for an active movement session with so...

13 Oct 2026 - 30 Jan 2027

Guided tour: Picasso - Designed by Paul Smith

Join one of our expert Gallery Guides for a tour of Picasso: Designed by Paul Smith.